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CJ Extreme-Duty Suspension
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1976 - 1986 Wrangler CJ5, CJ7 & CJ8

 
       Give your CJ all it needs to effectively combat the toughest trails with a Rubicon Express 4.5-inch or 2.5-inch CJ Extreme Duty System. Featuring our 4.5" and 2.5" Extreme-Duty™ leaf springs, you'll be able to run technical terrain and cruise the backcountry like one of the greats. A conversion shackle is included to upgrade your CJ to our Rubicon 2.5-inch wide leaf springs up front.

The 4.5" system will clear 33 x 12.5 tires.

*Driveshaft modifications are recommended for any lift 3.5" or higher.

*Shock absorbers not included.See Below.

Rubicon Express CJ Extreme Duty Suspension System

The Rubicon CJ Extreme-Duty spring-under kits are favorites among the classic die hard Jeeper. These are similar to the YJ kit yet include extra hardware, allowing the use of 2.5" wide springs up front. Whether you are out running tight technical trails, or just cruising the back country with the family, this is the best suspension system money can buy for a CJ.


4.5 Inch CJ Extreme Duty Suspension Lift Kit
1976 - 1986 Jeep CJ5, CJ7 & CJ8


Part #: RUB-RE5525
Price: $1,354.99
Oversize Freight : $24.99
CJ Long Arm Extreme Duty Suspension System

 

Rubicon Express Mono-Tube Shock Absorbers

Mono-Tube Shocks from Rubicon are specifically designed to work with their line of CJ Extreme Duty Kits. For the best in Suspension Upgrades providing the smoothest ride for your CJ. Providing all you need to complete your 2.5" or 4.5" kit these shocks are a great choice for your Rubicon Express CJ Extreme-Duty System.

Mono-Tube Shocks

FRONT

REAR

4.5 Inch Mono-Tube Shock Absorbers

Part # RUB-RXJ508
Price: $89.99
Part # RUB-RXJ508
Price: $89.99

2.5 Inch Mono-Tube Shock Absorbers

Part # RUB-RXJ512
Price: $79.95
Part # RUB-RXJ512
Price: $79.95

 

Rubicon Express CJ Extreme Duty Upgrades

Upgrades for 4.5 Inch CJ Extreme Duty Lift System

Degree Shims 2.5

Degree Shims 2.5" X 6* Steel


Jeep CJ / Cherokee XJ


Part # RUB-RE1468
Price: $32.95


Dana 44 Rear U-Bolts

Dana 44 Rear U-Bolts


Jeep CJ / Jeep Cherokee XJ


Part # RUB-RE2445
Price: $37.95


Pitman Arm CJ Manual Steering

Pitman Arm CJ Manual Steering


Jeep CJ


Part # RUB-RE2505
Price: $64.95


 

Slip Yoke Eliminator RE1811


Rubicon Express Slip Yoke Eliminator re1811

Driveshaft RE1860


Rubicon Express CVO Driveshafts RE1860

 

DID YOU KNOW...!

Spring-under:
A spring-under design retains the original stock design by keeping the leaf springs mounted under the axle. Our spring-under kits include the world-renowned Extreme-Duty™ springs, the very reason that these kits ride so smoothly and last so long. Also included is a built-in conversion to 2.5-inch wide springs all around, adding to overall strength and making the springs swappable with our YJ springs. Everything is completely bolt-on, which helps to keep installation a simple and smooth process, and gets you on the trail sooner.

Spring-over:
A spring-over design removes the leaf springs from underneath the axle, and relocates them to the topside. Doing so generates approximately 5.5-inches of lift - and by using our SOA leaf springs, you can add an extra 1.5-inches of lift on top of that, totaling out at around 7-inches of suspension lift. This conversion requires substantial fabrication and modification: welding new spring pads and shock mounts, extending the brake lines, adding a drop pitman arm, installing a CV-style driveshaft, new u-bolts, shocks and steering modifications. There is truly no better way to extend wheel travel or make way for bigger tires and more clearance. Feel free to call us for any assistance needed in building a custom kit for your application.

 

Thinking about converting to a Spring-Over Suspension System?
Click Here for a list of CJ Spring-Over parts you may need