150 pounds didn't make it sag, the slide pushed it over 700 pounds and then it started sagging...all springs have a threshold
I must have misunderstood what you meant here:
If the coils are sagging, you need different coils. Or less weight.
Well yeah, kinda...I had factory max tow springs and I don't think they should have been sagging with that weight considering they are supposed to be made for heavier weight...but I did change to Clayton springs which I am convinced could support the entire universe without sagging, but they also ride like they are solid concrete...I eventually removed the all of the weight and went to Icon springs which ride better than the Clayton or factory springs did
I love the look!! What is the backspace on the wheels? 5.25"?So, after years of offroading and multiple lifted vehicles and having paid someone else to do the lifts I decided to tackle this one with some friends to learn what I don't know.
It didn't go very smooth, but we worked through it. If I had to do it again it would probably take 1/4 time (so I did learn ?) We also made a mistake putting the wrong bolt and nut together on the geometry correction brackets. That was fun. She laid stranded for a day until we got the new bolts in last night. For fun knowledge a hitch pin fits perfect in that hole and makes it drive able....don't ask how I know...
I can validate several things I've read on here:
The rear track bar bracket was a bit of a pain.
The brake lines are stretched enough that it's sketchy.
The directions suck.
Also...the ride and drive is very good. Very pleased with the product.
Something new: I couldn't find anyone saying they used a spacer to solve for rake, but we added a 1/2 inch teraflex spacer up front because the winch and lights going on within a week or so(shipping and time dependent). It still does have rake, but noticeably less. Happy with the look, hopefully the winch won't pull it down too much, warn vr evo 10s going on.
For those wondering it is method 703 with +25. BFG KO2 37X12.50 C-rated.
These, and they're on sale ?... I think Northridge might even have them cheaper...but both are great deals!
Well, with 37s, no re-gear, I'm getting great gas mileage still and cruised at 70-80 on the highway. The AEV procal snap for recalibration and shift point change....and the BFG ko2 are very light, and a little narrow, so not a lot of drag on the pavement....
I have the 703s as well-- and a JTRD, but got the accessory black and red center cap that accent the red tow hooks and Rubi hood decalsSo, after years of offroading and multiple lifted vehicles and having paid someone else to do the lifts I decided to tackle this one with some friends to learn what I don't know.
It didn't go very smooth, but we worked through it. If I had to do it again it would probably take 1/4 time (so I did learn ?) We also made a mistake putting the wrong bolt and nut together on the geometry correction brackets. That was fun. She laid stranded for a day until we got the new bolts in last night. For fun knowledge a hitch pin fits perfect in that hole and makes it drive able....don't ask how I know...
I can validate several things I've read on here:
The rear track bar bracket was a bit of a pain.
The brake lines are stretched enough that it's sketchy.
The directions suck.
Also...the ride and drive is very good. Very pleased with the product.
Something new: I couldn't find anyone saying they used a spacer to solve for rake, but we added a 1/2 inch teraflex spacer up front because the winch and lights going on within a week or so(shipping and time dependent). It still does have rake, but noticeably less. Happy with the look, hopefully the winch won't pull it down too much, warn vr evo 10s going on.
For those wondering it is method 703 with +25. BFG KO2 37X12.50 C-rated.
Glad it helps. I looked too and couldn't find anyone so I wanted to let people know that it worked.
That's a sweet rig/setup right there! Nice.I also run a front spacer with AEV coils. To add to the whole rake loaded/unloaded conversation, I run HD AEV coils with the diesel. 1" Spacer in the front. Winch, rear rack with tent and full size spare 24/7 and I load it up for camping trips sometimes with a trailer and another Jeep attached. Fully loaded it sits level. Unloaded there's about a 1" rake front to rear. It strikes a perfect balance, imo.
Daily driver config:
Fully loaded for a camping/wheeling weekend:
