Seems like a lot of folks like the Air Lift 1000, I have a set on the workbench waiting for some time to install. I'm running the AEV 2" spacer lift so still on my stock Rubicon springs.
No blasting here. The reason I like the bags on past trucks is because I can air down to "normal" spring rate without load. When I have a travel trailer attached I can add air for assistance. I will have a travel trailer with a weight distribution/sway hitch installed. The bags are just helping. When I wheel with the JTR on the same trip I will just take the air out. This is my plan anyways. You know how making a plan goes.
I’m not an air bag expert, but with them empty, are they easily pinched or punctured? Makes sense. Thanks.
Currently no one is making springs for the JT with weight considerations. It is all about the daily driver comfort level while also providing the desired lift.
I disagree. Check out the BDS ram 1500 rear spring mod for 3” lifts. I’m running them and have zero issues. No air bags, no sag when loaded bed and towing (300+ lb tongue weight), and rides great off road and on, even when daily driving with an empty bed.
I guess you missed the part about made for a JT?
If you’re going to be like that, I’ll happily throw it back in your face. Nothing aftermarket is “made for a JT” unless it’s Mopar aftermarket. BDS is not mopar, and these springs are manufactured to work with JT’s with 3” lifts, when better weight capacity is wanted. They were also recommended and installed by a reputable Jeep customization shop, and BDS stands behind the springs when used in a JT. No different than clayton, except clayton doesn’t stand behind their springs when JT’s sag in the rear after their kits are installed. Which leads to people searching forums for a solution. I just gave a viable, tested solution that doesn’t require air bags. Simpler is usually better. Not a single mod is “made for a JT”. These parts are made by aftermarket companies to “work with” gladiators, depending on model year and trim.
By the way, a JT is a 1/2 ton pickup. Just a mid sized one.
Of course we stand behind our springs and all of our products. All of our springs are listed with published spring rates, and we are always happy to disclose how much extra weight our springs are capable of handling. We use a higher spring rate than most other companies, and our springs have been great for a lot of guys looking to carry around 500 additional pounds of weight. We have even been developing an HD set of rear coil springs to push that number even further. The OP is not stating the vehicle is sagging in the rear after installation as our kits leave about an inch of rake, rather he is looking for a solution for when he is towing heavy loads.
Hey there! Have you already had the kit installed and tested with your towing setup? The rear coils are usually very capable of handling additional weight, and you shouldn't expect to run into any issues. If it's something extremely heavy being pulled, give us a call and we can help to figure out the best solution for your setup!
