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Suspension and bumpers

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Old Oct 6, 2012 | 01:43 AM
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Hi guys. Bit of a newbie question sorry.

I'm soon getting a full width bumper for my 11' 2 door, and was wondering if it would set the suspension and steering out much by installing it. I have a old man emu lift and I'm pretty sure there was a stiffer spring or something for the front if equipped with a bumper, which at the time I did not have.

What are you experiences with this situation after getting a bumper? Thanks!
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Old Oct 6, 2012 | 08:54 AM
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I had 17's on the front of my JKU when I installed a winch on the factory bumper and it sagged about 1/2". I then changed out the 17's for 18's and it picked it back up 1/2". Now I'n installing a LoD full width front bumper & already bought the 19's to install to keep it same height.
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Old Oct 7, 2012 | 03:48 AM
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Really hmmm. I'm also getting the LoD full width bumper, I'll get a winch eventually too. Sounds like it will definitely sag a bit then. Hope it doesn't affect it too much.
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Old Oct 7, 2012 | 05:21 AM
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I'll let you know when I install mine. I'm told it weights 90 lbs. LoD is building it right now & should be ready in a week and 1/2. These bumpers are custom built when ordered. You can have them modified with or without light tabs, etc.
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Old Oct 7, 2012 | 05:29 AM
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If you have oldman emu springs the sag will be little or none. Just measure before and after and get a 3/4 spacer if it sags that bad
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Old Oct 8, 2012 | 02:03 PM
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Well my bumper arrived yesterday, a lot quicker thank I expected. I plan to install it this weekend, I can't wait it looks so good.

I'll let you know how it goes and take some pics. I guess I'll see how the suspension holds up with it.

Do you have to install the winch at the same time as the bumper or can it be installed later?
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