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Best Suspension System For My '58 Cj5

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by 58WillysCJ5, Feb 21, 2019.

  1. Feb 21, 2019
    58WillysCJ5

    58WillysCJ5 New Member

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    Looking to replace the suspension on my '58 CJ5. No lift, just keeping it stock. What's the best package to get and from where? After 60 years, it's time for a smoother ride.
     
  2. Feb 21, 2019
    sterlclan

    sterlclan Member 2022 Sponsor

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    I will vote bds 2.5 lift they settle nice and really aren’t that tall.
     
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  3. Feb 22, 2019
    Rick Whitson

    Rick Whitson Detroit Area 2024 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

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    I put a 1" lift Rancho set on my stock C J 5, the 1" lift will settle a little, and used the stock shocks, with 7:50 X 15" tires. It is close to original, and still rides like a Jeep. I don't think you can make a Jeep ride like a car, or even if you even want to. An early C J 5 is a farm Tractor with a plate on it, and that is hard to change, it is a compromise at best. Good luck
     
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  4. Feb 22, 2019
    AKCJ

    AKCJ Active Member

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    My Skyjacker Soft Ride springs made a huge
     
  5. Feb 22, 2019
    Focker

    Focker That's a terrible idea...What time? Staff Member

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    A - Clank
    B - Difference
    C - Impact
     
  6. Feb 22, 2019
    Henri Watson

    Henri Watson Member

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    Just installed the 2.5" skyjacker soft ride and it is excellent
     
  7. Feb 22, 2019
    scott milliner

    scott milliner Master Fabricator

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    The best suspension is the 3.5" Rocky Road YJ Spring upgrade. It's the best flex and soft springs you can buy.
     
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  8. Feb 22, 2019
    ITLKSEZ

    ITLKSEZ Hope for the best, prepare for the worst

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  9. Feb 23, 2019
    AKCJ

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    Difference!
     
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