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Old Dec 9, 2011 | 10:32 PM
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Will be installing the smittybilt src front bumper and the recon 10,500 winch. Any pointers before I start on it?
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Old Dec 10, 2011 | 12:50 AM
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You planning on putting in new front springs? The stock ones will sag a couple of inches with the extra combined weight of the steel bumper & heavy winch.
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Old Dec 10, 2011 | 05:54 AM
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X2 on the stock springs. If you don't plan on lifting it I would look at heavier rated springs for the front and/or spacers
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Old Dec 10, 2011 | 06:09 AM
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Originally Posted by tapp
Will be installing the smittybilt src front bumper and the recon 10,500 winch. Any pointers before I start on it?
if you don't have it already, pick up a metric tool set that comes with an 18mm socket. i would also get a 6" ratchet extension as it can be tough to get the nuts out without one. the plastic air dam and trim piece on top have screws holding everything in place that may or may not work. if not, a long screw driver or small pry bar will help to just pop them off.
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Old Dec 10, 2011 | 08:41 AM
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Thanks for the help. I will be getting a lift but I have to save up some more money. Will the rake be too unbearable with the weight?
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Old Dec 10, 2011 | 09:37 AM
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I believe you want to mount the winch to the bumper first before installing bumper.. I could be wrong but i believe thats what ive heard
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Old Dec 10, 2011 | 09:54 AM
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Originally Posted by Croce
I believe you want to mount the winch to the bumper first before installing bumper.. I could be wrong but i believe thats what ive heard
Yeah I think I remember hearing that too.
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Old Dec 10, 2011 | 09:57 AM
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Should I just get the teraflex leveling kit till I have the money for the 2.5 coil lift or would the leveling kit even help with the rake from the bumper and winch
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Old Dec 10, 2011 | 11:23 AM
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Bump bumb need some info
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Old Dec 10, 2011 | 11:48 AM
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i would install what you have first and then, if needed, add spacers to help compensate for any sag afterwards.
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