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Offline Z71Edge

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Tracker Capability
« on: July 14, 2008, 06:42:00 AM »
Hey guys, Im kinda new to this whole Zuki/Tracker scene. I've always loved Sami's/Sidekicks/Trackers and loved there ability. However, most of the ones I see are always done up and are sitting pretty tall. I want to make my 93 Tracker VERY trail capable, while still maintaining decent on-road ability. Any and all suggestions are appreciated.

So here is my plan...2" Coil Spacers, 2" BL, New Shocks, 30x9.50's on 15x7's. With this setup, how trail capable will it be? I have several friends with Jeeps (two TJ's, and one XJ) all riding on 33's. I just wanna be able to show them up with my little tracker that will be riding on 30's  :P

Also, my buddy has his stock XJ front coils sitting around...I thought I read something somewhere that you can use these on Trackers/Sidekicks for more lift. Is this true? if so, how much lift is gained?

Thanks guys for all your help!
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Re: Tracker Capability
« Reply #1 on: July 14, 2008, 07:12:38 AM »
If $$ aren't an issue, word on the street is....ARB.  Otherwise, in addition to your current plans, put in lunchbox lockers (at least at the rear) and skids and you'll be hanging tough.
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Re: Tracker Capability
« Reply #2 on: July 14, 2008, 07:35:12 AM »
I use mine Tracker a daily commuter so I hear ya.  I did a 1.5" lift all Old Man Emu with Firestone Destination AT tires.  I run with some Jeeps with similar 33" setups and I love making them look bad.  I still get 25mpg but I did put in a K&N air filter and my exhast is 2.5" from the cat back. With all that said, short of crawling this little truck has never let me down and it is still a gret commuter.  If you do commute new stero/speakers is a must.  Those really suck from the factory.
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Re: Tracker Capability
« Reply #3 on: July 14, 2008, 07:47:44 AM »
Quote from: Z71Edge on July 14, 2008, 06:42:00 AM
Also, my buddy has his stock XJ front coils sitting around...I thought I read something somewhere that you can use these on Trackers/Sidekicks for more lift. Is this true?

Lift?  Yes.

Flex? No.

Skip the free springs.
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Re: Tracker Capability
« Reply #4 on: July 14, 2008, 10:17:27 AM »
A rear locker, a 1" or 1.5" spacer lift from Jeff1997, some good tires and rocker protection and you can go some amazing places.  My Dad's tracker followed us all around without suffering any body damage and only had to be pulled twice.  Throw a winch on there and you will be able to go through any trail.  Some bumpers and skid plates and you should be able to do so without fear of damage.  Unless you get silly.



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Re: Tracker Capability
« Reply #5 on: July 14, 2008, 10:14:33 PM »
I'll second that. With a 1.5" or 2" spacer lift, a 2" body lift, some 30 or 31" tires, a locker, and t-case crawler gears these trucks will go darn near anywhere! Seriously. The only real thing that holds it back is the lack of ground clearance under the frame...probably not that bad on a 2 door, but it can get in the way on my 4 door.
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Re: Tracker Capability
« Reply #6 on: July 15, 2008, 10:21:35 AM »
jeff spacers, a minor body lift, and i just experienced the improved capability of a rear lunch box.
the locker is great on the trail, but odd on the highway. worth it though.
i'm running bigger tires, so gearing could be better- i would like to be able to run 2wd low range just to better my road capability. poor thing has no poop on hills(hwy. esp.).
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Re: Tracker Capability
« Reply #7 on: July 15, 2008, 03:28:14 PM »
1.5" coil spacers in front and 2" coil spacers rear. 2" body lift and 31's. It will go anywhere the little motor will take it  ::)
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Re: Tracker Capability
« Reply #8 on: July 15, 2008, 08:39:36 PM »
Go with 1.5" spacers, at least on the front.  That was enough fun for me,  2" spacers might get you cussing the project.   I got mine from Jeff1997 off ebay and he's good to deal with.  I also did a 2" body lift and have 235 75 15's mounted on the stock wheels.  I won't be rock crawling just forest service roads, and a 2 door with such a short wheel base and the lift I have should get me anywhere I care to go.
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Re: Tracker Capability
« Reply #9 on: July 15, 2008, 08:52:23 PM »
I spent a summer in Lake City Colorado guiding fly fishing trips and cooking in a restaurant there... in my off time, I spent some serious time on the Alpine loop trail and exploring back country and high country lakes.  My 4 door sidekick bone stock got me everywhere I needed to go, including the trails the jeep rental places prohibited.  I found it very capable.  I did Cinnamon Pass and Engineers Pass about a dozen times and at the end of the summer, that thing was not even out of alignment.  Coming down one of the passes trying to outrun a hailstorm, I had it off the ground on the trail terraces several times.  It was wild... I am still amazed.  After college, my dad used the 95 sidekick as a daily commuter for 9 years.  It now has 185K miles on it and is still going strong (after a JB Weld fix on the lower pulley bolt).  I just put on Jeff's spacers and am getting ready for the RR body lift. All in, I will have 4 inches of lift.  I can't wait to get out on the trail.... I think you will be pleasantly surprised.
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Re: Tracker Capability
« Reply #10 on: July 15, 2008, 10:26:16 PM »
My 92 Tracker has a 2" spacer from Jeff1997 up front, 30-9.50 tires, and a locker in back.  ALSO replaced the rock panels with 2x4x1/8" rectangle tubing.  If you are going off road, these are awesome, and worth the time.
I use it daily around Skagit Valley, and trying to follow DRONE637.
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Re: Tracker Capability
« Reply #11 on: July 16, 2008, 04:38:21 AM »
Awesome! Thanks guys for all your help and inputs. Sounds like my plan should be ok. Now, is there any downfalls (other than CV Angles/BJ stress, etc.) on going with a 2" Spacer over a 1.5"? Which would be better?

Does anybody have a link handy for the "strut mount flip"? I already know to get Continental rears, but how about the fronts? Just curious because I noticed the other day that all my shocks are leaking oil slightly so I might as well replace them with some cheaper ones for now

I keep tossing up whether I want to run 31's or 30's...I have 235's on the stock wheels now...the power isn't that bad at all and im still getting 27 mpg (got 272 miles out of 10 gallons...). I'd like to step up to just 30's on some Rock Krawler steelies, but the more I look, that size in ALOT of tires is hard to find...And when I do find them, they are just about the same price as 31's. Plus, I like how the 31's look with this setup...looks more beefy to me  :P

So how much power/mpg is lost with 31's and stock gears? Im not quite sure what gears I have (thinking the 5:12's? its a 5 spd if that matters...) I just want it to be fun yet a nice DD for the next couple years while I finish college...after college is done, I plan on turning this into my trail rig by running a TT Slayer kit, yota axles, winch, 33's, etc...I can't wait 8)
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Re: Tracker Capability
« Reply #12 on: July 16, 2008, 06:39:55 AM »
as far as the strut flip, i would consider Jeff1997's strut spacers... they give you a little more down than the flip...  also, he gives you all the hardware you need. 
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Re: Tracker Capability
« Reply #13 on: July 16, 2008, 09:25:00 AM »
re: spacers
if you put 2" spacers in the rear, put 1 1/2" in the front. unless you have some real heavy stuff out front, that combo keeps the truck level. i tried 2" - cut 1/2" off.(jeff said that would happen........, just had to see for myself, i guess).
i did a spaced strut flip, but want to try his strut spacers.
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Re: Tracker Capability
« Reply #14 on: July 17, 2008, 09:42:43 AM »
Just bumping this up to address my question about going 30's or 31's with my tracker.

Also, when I decide to go with the spacers and BL, would a 15x7 w/ 2.75" backspacing be ideal? I THINK this will work, but Im not positive. And where is the cheapest place to get these?

Thanks guys!

*EDIT* sorry but I forgot to ask, what is the bolt pattern for these trackers/sidekicks?
« Last Edit: July 17, 2008, 09:50:00 AM by Z71Edge »
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