I tried searching and didn't have much like with my exact question so I turn to you experts for a little help.

I am extremely happy with my Jeep as is, stock 2011 Rubi JKU 6-speed. From the height to tire size to manners, the thing is perfect to me (I know its weird to hear someone say that, sorry guys).

My question is this, If I want to install a winch on the stock front bumper, I know that will be adding a lot of weight to the front end which will bring it down some, I was wondering what springs and shocks I could get to offset this added weight and return the vehicle back to stock height or slightly higher. I know there are OME heavy duty parts I can buy but I am asking you all because I don't know if they will give more lift than I want. Id like to stay around 0-1" of lift difference from stock.

Again, if this has been answered before I apologize for wasting your time, just trying to figure some stuff out for christmas

 

Check to see what number is on your current coils. There should be a tag attached to coil. I'm gonna guess 17's and if so, find a pair of stock 18's or 19's and you will be fine. You could also put a 1 - 1.5" spacer in the front as well. This is all you really need to do. If your happy with stock setup, this would be perfect for you.. If you can find coils 19's than hop on them..

 

My front driver side is 52126318ac and passenger side same all with red shocks. I'm assuming the 18 at the end indicates what you are talking about?

 

Your best bet is a set of spacers 1-2" to offset the factory rake.

 

Your 18's are pretty stiff so I think the way to go would be spacers. A buddy found that .75" was enough to compensate for his winch and a not too heavy bumper. I just took off a set of 1". Let me know if you want 'em.