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Temporary sag fix

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Old Feb 24, 2016 | 04:39 PM
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Hey guys. Im looking to replace my 2.5" Budget Boost in maybe a year or so but until then I'm trying to reduce the awful rake I'm dealing with. Of course I bought a Jeep with the softest spring rate Jeep makes (13/55s). Would the easiest fix be swap the front spring out with a stiffer stock spring to mask the problem for 8 months or so? I'm wanting to take care of a few other things before replacing the suspension. Thanks for your help guys. The BB lift is serving its purpose but I can't deal with the sag. Bumper and winch only weighing about 135-40 lbs
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Old Feb 24, 2016 | 05:12 PM
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If i were to get front springs ending in 17 that should get me pretty close to level correct? Found a pair for 22 bucks plus 14 dollar shipping on ebay
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Old Feb 24, 2016 | 05:40 PM
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That should get you pretty close. Back to where you were before adding the bumper and winch.

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Old Feb 24, 2016 | 05:46 PM
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Originally Posted by tjkamp
That should get you pretty close. Back to where you were before adding the bumper and winch.

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Good deal because I already ordered them Haha I looked back on some of my old threads where this was what my plans were to begin with before I thought i just had to have a new lift. 22 bucks beats 800+. Hopefully this will work out for me.
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