Let me start with what I have.
2008 JK Rubicon
33x12.5x15 on steelies
Teraflex leveling kit is my only lift ~1.5". Little rub disconnected now.
Smittybilt SRC Rails





After several days of research, I am torn between Rugged Ridge and Smittybilt XRC for the front and rear bumpers. In my current setup, I get a little rub flexing disconnected. I know adding these and a winch will cause some sag. Will the body lift cure this?

The deciding factor between the two fronts is the size of the Smittybilt. I think it looks good on a rig with flat fenders and 35s, but havent been able to spot it on a 33s with OEM fenders. Can somebody post/link to an image?


With the Rugged Ridge bumper, no end caps, with a winch hoop, is there space beside/behind/under the hoop to mount lights?


Any advice you can give me will be appreciated.

Thanks in advance

 

I recommend spacers to accommodate for the sag. As for the pic with 33s, I can't help with that at the moment (on my phone)

Now with the rugged ridge stubby with hoop, you'll be able to have lights on the hoop. All you'll need is a bracket for them. I believe quadratec sells them.

 

Thanks for the info, I would love that picture if you happen to have one. The TF level kit is a spacer kit, that is why I am looking for an alternative to offset the weight of the new bumper and winch.

 

Yes, the BL will give you more room in the wheel well to prevent rubbing. The average height loss due to adding a bumper/winch is around .5" (obviously depending on the weight of each) your 1-1.25" BL should give you about .5-.75" more room to stuff the tires after its all said and done.