Suspension and bumpers
10-06-2012, 01:43 AM
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Suspension and bumpers
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!
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!
10-06-2012, 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.
10-07-2012, 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.
10-07-2012, 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.
10-08-2012, 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?
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?