Reddit mentions: The best suspension parts

First order of business is to get it in as good running condition as possible. All the mods in the world won't help if you are broken down. Find out what is causing your CEL and get it fixed.

The bouncy ride is likely due to bad/worn out shocks. Replace them with higher quality parts. You can get Monroe load adjusting rear shocks (look like coil overs) for about $90 for both. They are helpful for fighting rear end sag when you are loaded up. There are a lot of options for the front shocks depending on what kind of ride you prefer.

If your shocks were neglected, your other suspension components might be used up too. Replace the upper control arms, lower ball joints, tie rod ends, and might as well check the brakes too. Check to make the bearings in your wheel hubs aren't worn out either. If you can't stop or a wheel falls off, you will be in rough shape.

Change all of your fluids too if you can. This includes your differentials, transfer case, engine oil, trans, and coolant. You never know when the last time some of those have been changed, or what kind of condition the oil/fluid is in until you check. Test your battery or replace it if it is over 5 years old.

As far as mods go, start off with the basics. Get good tires that are designed for off road use, not passenger rated street tires. You can fit 31x10.5r15 tires with no problems or modification needed. Your tire choice will vary depending on the terrain you most often travel on and budget. Because of the 4wd system in your v8 explorer, you should also get a spare in the same size as your other tires. If you do get a flat, you can burn out drivetrain components because the smaller spare has to spin more than the larger tires in order to cover the same distance.

If you do want a slight lift, you can crank your torsion bar adjusting bolts in the front for a 1.5" gain. Any more than that and you will be putting too much strain on your cv joints. You will need to get an alignment after a torsion twist though. However, if you are replacing your ball joints and other front end parts too, you'll need to get an alignment anyway. For the back, you can buy a set of longer shackles (Warrior 153) that connect the rear part of your springs to the frame. That should get you about 2" more clearance in the back. You can also use an add a leaf spring to help bring the rear up more. An add a leaf will make your ride much more stiff in the rear though. If you have running boards, remove them for more clearance as well.

Set up proper recovery points in the front and rear. There aren't any good places to pull from stock, and you don't want to go breaking anything while you are trying to get out of a mess in the middle of nowhere. Also, check to make sure you have the factory fuel tank skid plate. It isn't 1/4" laser cut steel, but it is better than nothing. If you don't have one, look in a local junk yard.

You might want to get some new headlight housings too. They tend to fog and not do much at all. They are easy enough to replace and will make a huge difference on and off road. Auxiliary lights like Hellas, KCs, or maybe a lightbar will be very helpful if you find yourself off-road in the dark very often. Most of these aux lights come in a kit complete with a relay, fuse, switch, and a wiring harness. Installation is pretty straight forward and can be done well in a few hours (even if you have never done any electrical work before).

Other than that, just get out and enjoy the process of figuring out what you really need from your vehicle. Learn proper recovery techniques and always go with another vehicle if you can. Always pack emergency gear like a first aid kit, extra clothes, food, water, flashlight, and a handful of tools for quick fixes. You might find that you need a winch, awning, rtt, storage drawers, dual batteries, and full armor eventually, but it is better to build as you go to find out what is really necessary for you.

There are not a ton of aftermarket modifications for second gen Explorers, so you might have to do some custom work (or find someone who can do it for you). I'd advise that you do as much of the maintenance on your own as you can. That way if something fails, you will know where to begin troubleshooting and will hopefully be able to fix it. If you haven't already found it, ExplorerForum.com is a VERY helpful place. Tons of DIY guides and other resources for Explorer owners.

I put a cargo net between the two hooks in the cargo area to keep grocery bags from sliding all over the place.

This guy put a net on the ceiling to store blankets and stuff - I haven't done this, but I want to sometime

I got one of these from harbor freight and put it in the back - it fits perfectly between the backseat and the hatch. Into that I put a tire inflator and jumper cables from harbor freight, and a first aid kit from Amazon

I also did a mod that keeps the rear 12v socket on when the car is off so I can inflate the rear tires without turning the car on

I haven't installed one, but the U-haul trailer hitch for the element bolts straight in, so I want to get one of those sometime

Another thing I'm planning on doing soon is replacing the hatch struts with these because my hatch won't lift itself all the way up

I also replaced all my lights except headlights with LEDs - I can link all those here later if you want - I'd definitely recommend doing the map lights, you can get a huge brightness boost on those if you want. The rest of the lights aren't much brighter than the incandescents, but they use a lot less power and you can get colored or cool white lights if you're into that

Edit: I remembered some more stuff I did

I added these floor mats from Walmart - it's like $15 for a set of two. They keep dirt and gravel from getting everywhere and help keep my feet from sliding around

Another harbor freight addition is this clamp that I use to hold down the door switch if I want to keep the radio on with the doors open. This disables the beeping and is a lot easier than finding a plastic screw or wiring in a relay and button. It also fits perfectly in the drivers door pocket

It depends on what you want to do with it. If you want to clear big tires because it looks cool, you can keep your stock shocks. If you want it to flex, I'd leave the rear sway bar out completely when I built the springs. In fact, that's how I've done all of mine. Stock shocks will limit your flex, so this is something worth investing in.

Stock track bar will move your axle over a little but won't cause handling issues or odd tread wear. It'll last a long time on the street but suffer rapidly when you articulate through rock gardens and the like. They last a long time at three inches of lift, but not higher. You might get one run out of a stock track bar at 4.5 inches before it starts making noise. An adjustable track bar alleviates this.

Control arms are alright to four inches. Brake lines should be changed around there. Steering should be upgraded for 33" tires and up but stock steering has lasted me well on nearly 32s.

Definitely spend the $60 or so on extended bump stops and trim them as needed. The 4" stops can be cut down for lifts under 4" and install in the factory locations. These fit but I actually like the ones which don't. They have a softer hit but have to be turned down on a grinder to fit. I can link you to those if interested, they're excellent for overland.

SYE is really only important over 5" for your year. The 97-01s are slightly different in a way which necessitates it over 2.5" or so but you can get away with a transfer case drop. Remove the factory hardware, get longer bolts, make a spacer out of whatever fairly solid 1" scrap you have around, and use it to space the cross member for the transmission down. Maybe two dollars for the hardware A stack of washers works if you don't have access to a good scrap pile or steel supplier who sells drops.

Your sway bar links may mingle with the coil spring over 3" but it's to no detriment in my experience. Longer links with disconnects work better on the trail. You can always cut and extend the links with 1/2" cold roll.

Anything else?

The realistic, "not doing moab every day" answer is a set of the next step up in the Bilstein lineup (5100 series), something that's an improvement but not full on "I can feel the size of the gravel in the pavement" level of suspension diva...

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Conveniently, Amazon sells/stocks them... Links:

you'll need two of the Fronts and two of the Rears. apologies, rear of xTerra is THIS model.

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Background: Owner of an 09 xTerra S 4x4 (2010-2014 and 100k+ miles) and current owner of a 12 Pro-4X Frontier (2017 - now, "travel/trip" vehicle, 10k miles?).

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This was my first "upgrade" on the frontier. $340ish plus tax?

Worth it, and wish i'd done them on the xTerra, it's a better handling platform imho...

Here's the Amazon link. They were relatively easy to install if you find the YouTube videos and they work great. I have a 7,000 lb travel trailer with a tongue weight around 500 lbs and with these inflated, it rides perfectly level.



AIR LIFT 60818 1000 Series Rear Air Spring Kit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001OMVCIC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_IV4JAbG89VXB3

Yup $200 for the whole panel. https://www.amazon.com/Dorman-924-358-Passenger-Shock-Mount/dp/B01D8VJJAO/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?keywords=dorman+924-358&qid=1550776379&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmrnull#customerReviews

Looks like people have had good success with it. Ford and the nicest body shop in town didn't want to do it because they won't do work they can't warranty. I just want to get a year or two out of the vehicle.

Wow three inches! My shocks have 90k on them I probably wouldn't see that much haha. I'm not really after suspension lift in the rear, I've been thinking I would level it with a t-bar crank and then get a body lift later on. I like the idea of more load support. How is the ride?

Are these the ones you got?

http://www.amazon.com/Monroe-58617-Sensa-Trac-Adjusting-Absorber/dp/B000C53RXK/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8

http://www.amazon.com/Rubicon-Express-RE1463-Leaf-Spring/dp/B006GJKFHW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1422633678&sr=8-1&keywords=cherokee+3.5+leaf+springs

$350.

don't do a AAL or long ass shackles. that shit is hokey; throws off where your axle should be... compresses your driveshaft too.

Personally, i'd swap for a 8.8, then worry about your springs. you can adjust pinion angle instead of using those crapass shims, you get a LSD, a 8.8 ring gear, rear disc brakes(this is AWESOME with a WJ brake proportioning valve, 50/50 distribution), and a stronger input flange. LKQ charges $100 for a 97+ explorer axle. $10 for a 1310 ranger flange adapter(careful, some rangers have the same 1350 flange as explorers). it'll take some time to make it pretty, but it's a fucking awesome upgrade.

yeah, i went off on a tangent.

I have a 17 stx. Haven’t done any major upgrades yet but cheaper things I’ve added are

• husky floormats off Amazon Backseat Front Seats (console style)
  
• Found a used ARE campershell on Facebook marketplace for $500 not color matched but $500 was too good a deal to pass up after pricing out a brand new shell. Hoping to get it sprayed with bed liner eventually, I kind of dig the two tone.
  
• [Black plastidipped all the chrome F150 badges on the side fenders and tailgate] (https://i.imgur.com/Mmp6iM7.jpg)
  
• DeeZee tailgate assist
  
• Peeled off the STX decals in the back, just looked dorky to me. Came off easy with just my fingernail.
  
  
  Future stuff I want to add include
  
  
• Subwoofers. Maybe it's just me but the sound system is totally lacking. I had 2 12's in my SUV before owning this truck and I constantly find myself missing them.
  
• Leveling kit
  
• Will probably also plastidip the wheels after seeing a few other folks do it to their STX wheels. Otherwise keeping my eyes on Craigslist or Facebook to eventually get a set of raptor takeoffs.
  
• LED headlights eventually. Crazy expensive it seems for a nice set though, those will probably wait for me.
  
• You could get the FORSCAN device and make changes to your truck/computer system, I haven't done it yet but will eventually.

Qty (2) StrongArm 4325 1998 To 2010 Rear Hatchback Lift Supports Struts W/O Spoiler https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007RVQYI2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_0RiUCbDKH81JV

Fit my 03 EX perfectly.

>https://www.amazon.com/Pneumatic-Support-Automatic-AY-Customs/dp/B07RXRY5HZ

This looks like a way more reasonable implementation. I wonder if there are any better ones out there for similar price? The reviews on that mention it being way too strong

Couple of ideas for you.

1. Convert your AC compressor to an air compressor
   
   
2. Upgrade your suspension (as /u/aussie_jason suggested) to the upcountry option.
   This is a stock spring package that directly replaces your worn out springs and gives you around 1.5 inches of lift for less than $250. I did this to my 94 XJ and i can tell you that'll help make some room for for those 30s. It's also easily boosted to a 3 to3.5 inch lift for around $90 more.
   
   
   Front coils
   
   Rear leaves
   
   
   Edit: Look into getting longer bump stops as they'll help keep your tires out of the fenders. Here are the ones I picked up.
   Front
   Rear

I just put on the Teraflex 1.5" leveling kit. It'd be perfect for what you're wanting.

https://www.amazon.com/Teraflex-1155200-FRONT-LEVELING-SWAYBAR/dp/B007CISU6Y/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1550174024&sr=8-2&keywords=teraflex+leveling+kit+jeep+jk

If you didn't put on new wheels with the 33s you may consider that as well to increase the backspacing. wheel spacers would also work

Shop around but these should give you an idea. I would look for a name brand.

http://www.amazon.com/Wrangler-Budget-Boost-Spacers-97-06/dp/B006IVQJTQ

For the spacers you need to go steel and not aluminium.

https://www.motorsport-tech.com/specialss/truck/jeep_s

You can do both in an afternoon. You will need a torque wrench and a spring compressor. Other than that standard tools to take off a tire.

Hope that helps.

Major points for just going for it! I'm also wintering in a DIY camper on a Tacoma!

I'd love to see some more pictures of your setup, especially the entrance. Is it possible to pass from the camper to the cab?

Invest in some helper springs to get rid of some of the swaying going around corners. They're worth every penny.

Prop rod support clamps are your best friend. (hit up a few parts stores and you'll find one sub $10 eventually.

I actually have the zone 3" lift and I love it. But I have an 06 LJ, and a much longer rear drive shaft which means I didn't need a SYE. A regular TJ absolutely needs it and would require hundreds of dollars more upgrades. I wouldn't have gone 3" if I had a TJ since I didn't have the money to upgrade the driveshaft

I had the fat bobs coil spacers installed on my ZJ (which fits all TJ/XJ/ZJ) and it was good quality and fit great. I didn't get longer shocks and eventually flexed mine out and ruined it so I'd recommend getting 2" longer shocks. These are the ones I would choose because you ride quality is dictated directly by your shocks. And with the parts I listed you're under $500

If you are looking to replace the drag link, I would highly suggest upgrading everything down there to the V8 Grand Cherokee set. It is a solid setup, whereas the TJ's are just tubes. Here are the following amazon links to completely replace them:

Moog ES2079S Tie Rod End Adjusting Sleeve


Moog ES3096L Tie Rod End

Moog DS1312 Tie Rod End

Moog DS1310 Tie Rod End

It may seem like a bit of money at the moment, but these parts are actually cheaper than buying the TJ version of the same parts! The V8 is not in high demand, and as such the prices are lower compared to the much more popular TJ parts.

I recently did exactly that (3 inch lift, 31s). If you're looking for ideas or reference, here is "Jade". (Mall parking lot of course. Havent taken her out since I did it)

I did it relatively cheap as far as lifts/tires/rims go. List goes as follows:

BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 LT31X10.5R15 - $175 x 4 = $700

Pro Comp Steel Wheels 15x8"/5x4.5" $55 x 4 = $220

3 in Rough Country lift $293

Hubcentric Wheel Spacers $27.50 x4 = $110

They installed my lift at Mavis for $390 labor. It was a pretty fair deal.

All in all ~$1700.


I'm about to get a pair of Smittybilt bumpers this week.

Warning. Your fenders will rub. I'm cutting and putting flares on because I need them anyway for legal reasons.

This is what you want. Well worth it and easy install.

Check on Amazon for a support clamp. I've attached a link to something that may help... Lisle 44870 Gold Lift Support Clamp https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002SRCYM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_XqBwDbWHM3HAR

I have done this suspension job myself on my '03 Town Car. The springs, not shocks, are what replaces the air bags. You can find the rear spring replacement kit here. As you can see, it's not expensive at all. There is a very minor decrease in ride comfort, but also a minor improvement in handling.

Just did mine over the weekend! Amazing upgrade for so little money and effort. This really should have been OEM on the TJ. Hardest part of the job was pulling out the cotter pin on the wheel side!

For anyone that wants to do this upgrade:

Moog DS1312 Tie Rod End

Moog ES3096L Tie Rod End

Moog ES2079S Tie Rod End Adjusting Sleeve

Get yourself some rustoleum (I went with flat black enamel) and put a few coats on it. While installing, know that the little end is reverse threaded.

I just ordered new Dorman springs from Amazon but haven't installed them yet. http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B005VPS358
They were $86 when I ordered them but looks like $95 now and Amazon Prime 2-day shipping can't be beat.

Double check to see if that first set includes both the add-a-leafs and spacers.

This is pretty solid if you want a step up from a budget boost though it's more like $300 shipped. Rough country suspensions are a bit stiff, but I run the Series II setup with these shocks and coils and I like it a lot. I don't have a ton of experience with their add-a-leafs though.

There's also some budget boosts with shocks but I have no idea about fitment or quality.

So here she is... I'm planning to give some attention to the suspension because as you can see she is a bit slouched. I don't want to get to high so I'm looking at just replacing the leaf springs with these; https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B005VPS358/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1?smid=A1VMTU9W4873PK&psc=1

and the coils with these;
https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B000C53ZSC/ref=ox_sc_act_image_3?smid=A3DWYIK6Y9EEQB&psc=1.

However these are spec'd to provide some over stock height by 1.5" - 2"

Therefore I am wondering if the shocks that come with this rough country 1.5" lift will work. http://www.roughcountry.com/jeep-suspension-lift-kit-680-20.html

Really happy to be a part of this group and appreciate all advice and critique!

Gabriel Front shocks $58.99

Gabriel rear shocks $80

These Spring assisted gabriels can be replaced with basc hand tools and need 2 jacks to be replaced.

Or

Front and rear shocks $135

Other than needing a single car jack and hand tools this set can be installed easily.

how to front shocks


coil spring $61

Coil spring $64

Coil spring insulater $5

coil spring tool $15 - $50 or you can rent a tool at your local auto shop for a refundable deposit.

how to replace coil springs

If you have basic tools this entire repair can be had for as little as $250. You would pull out the shocks and springs then install the springs first then the shocks.

A typical XLT tailgate is basically hinged with a cable to limit its fall. So when you open it and just let go, it can drop pretty hard/loud. The tailgate assist is a shock absorber like device that you can attach that causes the tailgate to drop smoothly. My truck is my baby (my wife thinks I'm nuts because I protect my spray in liner with a blanket :-D), so, I like the gentle drop :-).


Here's the one I installed -- about $25. Cheap upgrade for a luxury feeling feature.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01AP2BNS0

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Put your new ride in a cool place, post a portrait of it, and tell us all about it!

Interesting, the price has gone up to what ExtremeTerrain was selling it for:

Teraflex 1155200 JK 2IN FRONT 1IN... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007CISU6Y?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

I used these on my 04 and they worked great. I don't know if you can cross-reference the two numbers to verify fitment.

I think your local mechanic just doesn't want to install new leaf springs because it's kind of a bitch.

There are cheaper ways to do it, but you can get a brand new pair for about $230, I put these in my 93 and they include the bushings (but not the shackle bolts) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005VPS358/?coliid=IR3CWRIGZE8TL&colid=3B3H2P3OO3L7T&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

My leaf springs were also inverted and I gained about 4" of lift in the rear with these and some longer shackles.

Tbh I'm surprised you aren't having issues with the rear tires hitting the wheel wells

lets take the lift out of the equation here...
http://www.amazon.com/Dorman-929-301-Leaf-Spring-Cherokee/dp/B005VPS358/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1395953396&sr=8-1&keywords=jeep+cherokee+rear+leaf+spring

still 100 bucks a spring for a OE style replacement. I'm not trying to bust your balls here man, just saying leaf springs are more expensive then coils any day.

coils:
http://www.amazon.com/Moog-CC782-Variable-Rate-Spring/dp/B000C53ZSC/ref=sr_1_13?ie=UTF8&qid=1395953494&sr=8-13&keywords=jeep+cherokee+front+coil+spring
61 for a pair of stock height, with free shipping!

Just to confirm: I only need these bolts to adjust camber on a stock BRZ? It sounds like I should also relocate the OEM bottom bolt to the top hole once installed?

Bought as a pair on Amazon. Just over $100 w/ shipping. Now the time we spent swapping them out... well that was probably 15 hours total. We're not fast.

Edit: they will fit a 97 Explorer.

The control arms and ball joints are MOOG brand, which is a good name in suspension parts. The price of each control arm listed here is about four times what it would cost vs buying it on Amazon.

Look here: same brand name and everything, and $70 each

The bolt kit for the struts is less than half of what they are charging you:
Bolt kit

If it's just a black steel wheel with a hubcap, $145 each seems pricey, especially for a 15" wheel.

My .02 worth, spend the $64 on these vs junkyard coils (which will probably be sagging or getting ready to). Moog CC782

They're equivalent to the XJ UpCountry front coils and will get you a hair over 1", add in these Energy Suspension 2.6103G Spring Isolator and you'll hit right at 2" of lift.

Funny enough my previous tires were 235/75s and my springs in the rear sagged like crazy. The wheels would rub when I would haul things.

I used Dorman leaf spring assembly's that already had built in bushings. Here's the link for the rears:

Dorman 929-301 Leaf Spring for Jeep Cherokee, Pack of 1 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005VPS358/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_3ozTybXGCSV7Q

I'll have to come back to you with that measurement!

https://www.amazon.com/Dorman-924-358-Passenger-Shock-Mount/dp/B01D8VJJAO

Good as new! /s

It’s not a Honda part, this is what I bought. Install was quick and easy, and raises the clearance a few inches so you don’t hit your head.

I just bought these and I am pleased.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005VPS358?pc_redir=1411222595&robot_redir=1

These are what I got and I love them
Bilstein 24-187169 5100 Series Rear Shock for Nissan Xterra 4WD https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004WO9Q1O/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_ZErgxA1LiOcM2

Bilstein 24-187053 5100 Series Front Shock for Nissan Xterra 2WD https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004WO9P1A/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_mfMpcZ4asZXVe

As for installation I don't know I did it myself it's fairly easy.

Here's something incredibly minor: I just put a tailgate assist shock on my '17 today. It takes about 10 minutes to install, feels great when you lower the tailgate, and only costs $25.

You do not need to have electric power lifter for the frunk to open automatically. Just two stronger coils:
https://www.amazon.com/Pneumatic-Support-Automatic-AY-Customs/dp/B07RXRY5HZ

WTS: 2x +3.5in Rear leafs for a cherokee. May also fit wrangler. 0 Miles (Still has shipping tags) $150 amazon
WTS: Aftermarket Receiver Hitch for a cherokee $50
WTB: Kayak
WTT: PET for PTFE

I can see the higher prices for bed covers that are electric or whatever, but the ones that are some aluminum and hinges seem way overpriced. Oh man, you overpaid at 60, those puppies are 25 on amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Dee-Zee-DZ43204-Tailgate-Assist/dp/B01AP2BNS0/ref=sr_1_1?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI7Ifa4-nk4wIVD5-fCh0Ghg6YEAAYASAAEgJfWfD_BwE&hvadid=324825934280&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9002290&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t1&hvqmt=b&hvrand=13704358256447364681&hvtargid=kwd-330416795004&hydadcr=6149_9589956&keywords=tailgate+assist&pd_rd_r=7587b763-2400-4676-bfea-a3c7dbe9353f&pd_rd_w=I19xi&pd_rd_wg=AgeHF&pf_rd_p=9ff8ac19-86ca-4471-91f7-d0c0ecfc7454&pf_rd_r=WWK6FEAYW5SCQMF0M5VP&qid=1564770890&s=automotive&sr=1-1&vehicle=2016-54-666-656-87-53-6-8-20042--8-1-2937--&vehicleName=2016+Ford+F-150

I installed Hellwig 550 helper springs a few weeks ago. I realized today that the U bolt sheared a bolt in half. I believe the spring flexed and the bolt rubbed up against the u bolt.

Any ideas on what I should do?

Here is the kit I bought

https://www.amazon.com/Hellwig-550-Level-Helper-Spring/product-reviews/B001UFRUWU

I have basically the same thing, except the STX with 20" wheels. Same color scheme, everything. I loved the black on blue.

• This is the tonneau cover I bought.
  
• This and this should cover your interior if you don't already have them. Lifetime warranty, and they cover basically all the carpeting.
  
• I also bought one of these tailgate shocks, so you can drop it and it doesn't just slam down.

In the meantime...You can look into some rear suspension help, I know Rams can take an airbag system ,not sure what other options they have, probably some others.,here is a link for a set that go in the rear springs, and just need an air pump to fill when towing.
AIR LIFT 60818 1000 Series Rear Air Spring Kit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001OMVCIC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_4rR5ybSS0KPA4

Also check out this. https://www.etrailer.com/susp-2017_Ram_1500.htm

You could go with 3.5" Rubicon express leaf springs or 3" OME by ARB leaf springs in the rear. As for front, I'd go with Rubicon express 3.5" coils.

Edit: Don't forget the u bolts (no link because they're different depending on your rear axle), and the t case drop.

Third this, I got mine on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000C5400E/ref=ya_aw_oh_bia_dp?ie=UTF8&psc=1 go to that link and scroll down to frequently bought together and it's everything you need

They are even cheaper on amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/Dee-Zee-DZ43204-Tailgate-Assist/dp/B01AP2BNS0/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1494219724&sr=8-4&keywords=deezee+tailgate+assist

Dorman 929-301 Leaf Spring for Jeep Cherokee, Pack of 1 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005VPS358/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_5HU4aN3uIEDRl

Dorman 722-024 Leaf Spring Shackle https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00A195TN8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_38T55FkKZrZlk

Kept the U-bolts

http://www.morris4x4center.com/coil-spring-52001122.html?utm_campaign=map&utm_medium=email&utm_source=yotpo&yotpo_token=5c055200d7e5d61e6a7288fe977d4cc04aa61bcc

Springs felt softer than the old ones I took out. But that's just a feeling.

sorry links are in .ca because that's where I ordered them, but you'll have the right part number.

sleeve : https://www.amazon.ca/Moog-ES2079S-Steering-Center-Link/dp/B000C57VBY


tie rod end (long) : https://www.amazon.ca/Moog-DS1312-Steering-Center-Link/dp/B000C5400E

tie rod end (small) : https://www.amazon.ca/Moog-ES3096L-Tie-Rod-End/dp/B000C59W7U/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1465312612&sr=8-1&keywords=ES3096


here's the thickness difference between both to give you an idea: http://www.stu-offroad.com/steering/zjtie/tie-1.jpg

Here is the first one on Google

Ebay probably has more.

I had considered that but I needed new struts anyways. Two birds, one stone. The Monroe strut spring combo fixed the sag and I got new struts.

http://www.monroe.com/en-US/e-catalog/58617

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000C53RXK/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1477966664&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=58617

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005VPS358/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I have a 2" shackle lift on the back and my stock springs were flat so I decided to get the HD OEM ones. The jeep has kind of a Rat Fink stance now but Dr Google says that it will flatten out eventually.

Heres everything I bought for my lift, the swaybar end links are of course optional, so are the bumpstops: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B019HXJFBA/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01K5FP2SE/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B2AF0MU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B2AFKP2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GH1OCO/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000C57XJY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://smile.amazon.com/Dorman-929-301-Leaf-Spring-Cherokee/dp/B005VPS358/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1492782578&sr=8-1&keywords=jeep+cherokee+rear+leaf+springs

It’s a cylinder. I think this is it...

Amazon Link

I havent ordered them yet, but
http://www.amazon.com/Rubicon-Express-RE1463-Leaf-Spring/dp/B006GJKFHW/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1408667598&sr=8-2&keywords=xj+rear+leaf+springs

Rubicon Express RE1463 3.5" Leaf Spring for Jeep XJ https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006GJKFHW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_UmW4Bb1P3E970

https://www.amazon.com/Lisle-44870-Gold-Support-Clamp/dp/B0002SRCYM/ref=asc_df_B0002SRCYM/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312049103272&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=13892432015374041681&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9023412&hvtargid=aud-801381245258:pla-491398995019&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=62837065100&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=312049103272&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=13892432015374041681&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9023412&hvtargid=aud-801381245258:pla-491398995019

I had the front figured out with these springs supposidly good for 2 inches. As for the rears I was hoping to avoid a bastard pack.

Are the the upcountry leaves from an XJ trim?

Non-mobile:

• 3.5" Rubicon express leaf springs
  
• 3" OME by ARB leaf springs
  
• Rubicon express 3.5" coils
  
  ^That's ^why ^I'm ^here, ^I ^don't ^judge ^you. ^PM ^/u/xl0 ^if ^I'm ^causing ^any ^trouble.

Forget the AAL, do it right from the beginning. $250 shipped from amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Rubicon-Express-RE1463-Leaf-Spring/dp/B006GJKFHW/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1510251782&sr=8-3&keywords=rubicon+express+leaf+springs

edit: $250 is for two leaf packs. Shipped. When you buy cheap, you buy twice.

If the compressor is bad it may be from leaky air bags on the rear. this will cause the compressor to run more that it should shortening it's life. At that point you may want to look into replacing them with a coil spring kit and eliminate the compressor setup(just leave it in there). I know that didn't immediately answer your question but it's what I'd do if it were mine.

http://www.amazon.com/Moog-CC865-Variable-Rate-Spring/dp/B000COTT1U/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top?ie=UTF8

If you want to do a full suspension redo, not just add a leaf this is what I did. I didn't do sway bar disconnects.

Skyjacker 0-3inch shock absorbers

Dorman leaf springs ~2" http://www.amazon.com/Dorman-929-301-Leaf-Spring-Cherokee/dp/B005VPS358

Moog coil springs:http://www.amazon.com/Moog-CC782-Variable-Rate-Spring/dp/B000C53ZSC/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GH1OH4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/Daystar-KJ09114BK-Front-Bump-Stop/dp/B001GH1OCO

Older Jeeps (pre 97 I believe) - https://www.amazon.com/Daystar-KJ09101BK-Bump-Stop-Piece/dp/B001GH1O9C/ref=sr_1_1?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1487952975&sr=1-1&keywords=KJ09101Bk

Cheapest you'll find them (unless you use hockey pucks up front). Just did mine on my ~3-3.5" lift with 33's.

Haven't done the fronts yet - can you do them without taking out springs? I really don't feel like taking the springs out, I reluctantly did it doing the lift but spring compressors fucking terrify me.