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Fabtech 3" & Eibach Spring Question????

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Old Oct 6, 2009 | 12:05 PM
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I am currently running a Fabtech 3" Suspension Lift on my 08 unlimited Rubicon. The Fabtech Lift utilizes factory springs. I have a ARB Bumper & Warn Powerplant. The front is sagging down by two inches. I am looking at upgrading the front springs to Eibach. Would this be the route to go? Need some Help
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Old Oct 6, 2009 | 12:20 PM
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Eibach seems to specialize in springs that 'lower' a vehicle for track racing and street performance. I'm curious why you would choose them for a 'lifted' off road vehicle?
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Old Oct 6, 2009 | 12:27 PM
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Well they also make springs to lift. It is 1.7 Higher than stock spring. Just need to know if this will fix the problem.
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Old Oct 6, 2009 | 12:31 PM
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You might check the warranty also.

Installing yourself voids the warranty. Going offroad voids the warranty. Modifying the vehicle voids the warranty.

eibach.com/cgi-bin/htmlos.exe/0415.7.2563546250800028166[/url]


But yes, taller front springs will fix the issue you are having. Though I would suggest that you do some more research and find the 'actual' lift height these springs provide. That will give you a better idea of whether or not they will be suitable.

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Old Oct 6, 2009 | 01:46 PM
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I saw their warranty It is pretty funny. I hope this gets me squared away.
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Old Oct 6, 2009 | 01:49 PM
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i'd go with TF or FT or anyother sponsor on here. go with a company that has tested there coils for off road use.
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Old Oct 6, 2009 | 02:25 PM
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The Fabtech Lift utilizes factory springs.
with 3" spacers on top...

The other thing I would suggest is that, since you are getting new coils anyway, get rid of those BIG azz spacers and use a single coil for the lift.

The TF 2.5" coils give 3-3.5"
The OME HD coils give 3-4"
The TF 3" coils give 4-5"
(depending on vehicle and additional weight, of course)
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Old Oct 6, 2009 | 02:42 PM
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Installing yourself voids the warranty. Going offroad voids the warranty. Modifying the vehicle voids the warranty.


Id say no
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Old Oct 6, 2009 | 03:53 PM
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Originally Posted by nthinuf
with 3" spacers on top...

The other thing I would suggest is that, since you are getting new coils anyway, get rid of those BIG azz spacers and use a single coil for the lift.

The TF 2.5" coils give 3-3.5"
The OME HD coils give 3-4"
The TF 3" coils give 4-5"
(depending on vehicle and additional weight, of course)

This is the way id go as well.

BTW why didn't you ask on the MSJ site?
Rough Country also has 2.5" lift coils and MSJ members get a large discount.
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