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Old Aug 22, 2012 | 08:08 PM
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I installed a Rough Country 2.5 Series 2 spacer lift on my 2008 JKU a few months back along with 33" tires and 16" wheels.
Now I'm wanting to add a rock recovery bumper and winch along with replacing the spacers and shock extensions.
My question is. With adding the extra weight of the bumper and winch should i consider using 3 1/4 springs up front instead of the 2.5? I would like to avoid getting the factory rake look back. Im guessing that the bumper and winch together would be about 250lbs.
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Old Aug 23, 2012 | 05:08 AM
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Yes the springs will sag, especially RC springs. You might get by just adding a spacer to level it out
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Old Aug 23, 2012 | 05:25 AM
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I think they have .75 spring spacer and that should do it
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Old Aug 23, 2012 | 02:15 PM
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Thanks Guys. Im probably not going to go with RC springs. Any recommendations?
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Old Aug 23, 2012 | 05:18 PM
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Originally Posted by Mark71
Thanks Guys. Im probably not going to go with RC springs. Any recommendations?
No brand-specific recommendation here, but I'd say you are on the right track by getting a spring that will support the weight you intend to carry rather than getting a spring that's too weak and then adding a band-aid. Call the manufacturers. They give great feedback about which of their products is best suited to your rig.
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