{"product_id":"wheelbase-stretch-kit-for-jeep-cj","title":"Motobilt Jeep CJ Wheelbase Stretch Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Motobilt Jeep CJ Wheelbase Stretch Kit is designed to use Jeep XJ rear leaf springs on the rear of your Jeep CJ (1976-1986). Installing this kit moves the rear axle back about 6 inches. The kit incorporates a custom rear bumper and shackle hangers in one part. The shackle hangers are positioned high on the bumper to keep the overall Jeep ride height lower for better center of gravity. The ends of the bumper are tapered in to allow better clearance for the shackles with the rear axle at full drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit comes with a custom set of leaf spring shackles designed to clear the bumper in the range of movement. The rear bumper also features 3\/4 inch thick d-ring recovery mounts that pass through the bumper and welded on both sides. The bumper welds to the back of the factory cross member and has two side frame plates to cover the sides. This kit does include new spring shackles as noted. The shackles are CNC laser cut from 1\/4 inch high strength steel plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe shackles measure 4 inches center to center and do have a 3rd cross bolt for additional support. The kit does not include poly bushings. The kit does require removing the factory gas tank. Many people install an aftermarket fuel cell.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eJeep CJ Wheelbase Stretch Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eFit 1976-1986 Jeep CJ\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eThe bumper is 3\/16 inch laser cut steel plate\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e3\/4 inch thick d-ring mounts\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eIncorporated shackle mounts\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eMoves the axle back 6 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eMeasures 38 inch wide\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eWorks perfect with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/motobilt.com\/products\/stretch-fuel-tank-skid-for-jeep-cj\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStretch Fuel Tank \u0026amp; Skid for Jeep CJ part number MB5040\u003c\/a\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eSold as kit\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eHardware NOT included qty (6) 1\/2”x5” Grade 8 bolts with locker washers and nuts. \u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eShackle bushing kit sold separately PN BushingKit. Only 1 kit is needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes new shackles and shackle spacers\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eThe kit does require removing the factory gas tank\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eMany people install a Motobilt fuel cell in the cab or our under body stretch tank. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/motobilt.com\/products\/stretch-fuel-tank-skid-for-jeep-cj\"\u003eMB5040\u003c\/a\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eYou do not outboard the springs like you would on the front.  You will cut your spring perches off if necessary on wider axles and weld new ones on in the correct position. \u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 35lbs (approx.)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated Parts:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/motobilt.com\/products\/poly-bushing-kit-one-pair\"\u003eSpring Bushing Kit \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eGuide to choosing the correct parts:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"How%20to%20Pair%20Our%20Full-Width%20Axle%20Conversion%20Kits%20with%20Stretch%20Kits%20on%20Your%20CJ%20or%20YJ\"\u003eCheck out this article to help you match your springs and rear stretch kit. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Motobilt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44231234355299,"sku":"MB1519","price":419.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/2548\/0547\/files\/MB1519-view-2.jpg?v=1780342896","url":"https:\/\/offroadnchillstore.com\/products\/wheelbase-stretch-kit-for-jeep-cj","provider":"Off Road n Chill Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}