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Easiest way to swap out a rear TF spacer? HELP!

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Old Jan 27, 2013 | 03:52 PM
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Default Easiest way to swap out a rear TF spacer? HELP!

I have a 2011 with Rubi springs and a 2.5TF BB. My JK has the typical JK lean. I have a 2.5 spacer to replace the 2.0 right rear spacer that is there now. I really dont feel like taking the whole thing apart to replace a spacer. What are my options? Is it possible to use a spring compressor and slip it out?
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Old Jan 27, 2013 | 04:04 PM
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Originally Posted by skibovr6
I have a 2011 with Rubi springs and a 2.5TF BB. My JK has the typical JK lean. I have a 2.5 spacer to replace the 2.0 right rear spacer that is there now. I really dont feel like taking the whole thing apart to replace a spacer. What are my options? Is it possible to use a spring compressor and slip it out?
Yes a spring compressor would work but really you just need to undo the shock and sway bar link then jack up the jeep and the spring should come right out
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Old Jan 27, 2013 | 04:33 PM
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very true just watch brake line or undo hardline at frame that will get u bye
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Old Jan 27, 2013 | 05:27 PM
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i put my spring compressor on the coil and tighten it up by hand then raise the jeep from the body and it gives me a few inches. you can also raise the side from the axle tube and put the compressor on the coil when its stacked a little more then release and lift the body for even more space to work with if the spacer needs it.
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Old Jan 27, 2013 | 05:36 PM
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With out the rear sway bar the rear springs can almost fall out. All you will need to do is press the spring up a little and pull it right out. Then you can do the same to the springs back in.
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Old Jan 27, 2013 | 07:37 PM
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X2 ^
Disco sway links/shocks and the ebrake cables.
With the jeeps frame up on jack stands the springs almost fall out.

Fronts another story.
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