I'm currently running my AEV 2.5" lift and just got my 35's put on. Now for my question. Theoretically, If I put flat fenders on, would I be able to remove the AEV bump stops and leave the factory bump stops and gain more up-travel? My curious mind is at work

Last time I was in the sand, I hit an unexpected jump and the front end hit the bumpstops.

 

As long as you still have coil and shock travel left, then you should be fine.

 

Should be fine, when i put my lift on i didnt use the extended bumpstops. Test flex first to make sure though!

Not only do they keep from over compressing they also help to keep the spring from over flexing and popping out

 

The bump stops are there to prevent you from destroying your shocks. If you put on longer shocks or moved the stock shocks using brackets you will end up using your shock as a bump stop and smash it.

On taller lifts added track bar brackets, flipped drag links and other suspension parts will get smashed.

The only way to tell for sure is to take the springs out and see how far you can go before something bad happens. That said, it isn't going to help your situation much. If you want to jump your Jeep you want to look into air bump stops. Then look into gussets, sleeves and a truss or an aftermarket housing cause the axles aren't gonna take that abuse for long.

 

That's what i was afraid of. I don't intend on jumping, it was just something that happened on a fishing trip.

 

That must have been one hell of a fishing trip.

 

Haha yah. 60 Miles of strait coast to fish. The fun part is driving to perfect spot

 

this.. remove springs. cycle suspension. u will be able to determine exactly how much bump stop you need and install accordingly. this is the ONLY way to properly get as much "stuff" as your setup will allow without causing any damage/rubbing.