Overview
The Rubicon Express RE1463 is an extreme-duty rear leaf spring for 1984 to 2001 Jeep Cherokee (XJ) vehicles, designed for a 3.5-inch lift. Rubicon Express builds its Cherokee spring packs on its Extreme-Duty design, which the company says has been proven by years of hard use and by the JeepSpeed race series.
The spring is a direct fit for the rear position and has a lift height range of 0 to 4.99 inches. Rubber bushings are included with the spring, and leaf springs are sold individually.
Key features
- 3.5-inch lift for the rear of the XJ Cherokee
- Extreme-Duty leaf spring design
- Rubber bushings included
- Single spring in the rear position
Leaf spring care and setup
Leaf springs carry the rear axle’s weight and control its side-to-side and fore-aft position, so the spring pack and its mounts see constant load. On an XJ, a spring that is worn or sagging lets the axle sit low and can change the rear pinion angle. A spring that cracks or loses leaves can shift the axle under braking or acceleration, so inspect the spring pack regularly.
When a new spring is installed, the rubber bushings and shackle hardware are usually replaced at the same time, since worn bushings let the spring move out of position. Because leaf springs are sold individually, order one for each side of the rear so both sides match in height and rate. Once the spring is in, re-check the U-bolt or mount torque after the first few drives and have the rear alignment and pinion angle checked.
- Inspect for cracked or broken leaves
- Check for sag or uneven ride height side to side
- Replace bushings and shackle hardware with the spring
- Order one spring per side
Specifications
| Brand | Rubicon Express |
|---|---|
| Part number | RE1463 |
| UPC | 614901438345 |
| Position | Rear |
| Spring quantity | Single spring |
| Lift height | 3.5 inches |
| Lift height range | 0 to 4.99 inches |
| Bushings | Rubber bushings included |
| Fitment type | Direct fit |
| Sold as | Individual leaf spring |
Vehicle fitment
It fits the Jeep Cherokee (XJ) from 1984 to 2001 in the rear position. Grand Cherokee (ZJ and WJ) and Wrangler models are not covered by this spring. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Grand Cherokee (ZJ and WJ) and Wrangler models are not covered by this spring. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
What’s included
Each unit is a single leaf spring with rubber bushings.
Not included: Additional leaf springs, which are sold individually.
