A different kind of lift question/quandary...

[MMMII]

So my Rebel Off-road Half rack is now installed. The total shipping weight was something like 226 lbs. I figure 5 lbs of that is cardboard. So I’m now running with a constant Load (for argument sake) of 220 lbs on in the bed. It looks to me on the factory Rubicon springs It ended up leveling out the Gladiator... *pic on a street with a slant to the right.

It weighed it down enough that on a recent road trip I was getting flashed a few times so I lowered the headlights a bit.

Anyway.... I’m thinking about a 2.5 Mopar lift primarily for looks but I also want to maintain the factory warranty as much as possible.

I‘ll run with the rack 100% of the time but plans include a RTT weighing 132 additional lbs (stored when not in use). 35”s will be in the near future. I like to off-road level 5 like trails but no real hardcore stuff.

I’ve never ran a truck with a lift so I’ve been learning a lot from this forum but am concerned that the rear Mopar springs will be not enough for my use case.

Am I wrong to worry about the Mopar rear springs? I’m willing to consider other options but price is a factor.

Suggestions and as much rationale as you want to provide is appreciate. Thanks in advance!

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[Silvertruck]

Holy moly. 226 pounds for a half rack?

 

[MMMII]

Let me break it down.

Total shipment 236lbs. Includes Rack, table mount & table and Lite Rider tonneau cover.

Rebels site list the following:

Half Rack = 150lbs
Table Mount= 25lbs
Table = 27lbs (stored when not going camping)
Lite Rider = 20lbs
Total = 222lbs
Total when not camping = 195lbs

 

[KurtP]

Id personally go with the AEV Dual Sport lift. Youll probably end up adding bumpers and winch and lights and more gear etc.

Nothing against the mopar, it seems like a fine factory option. But they made it to fit bigger tires under the jeep. Aev made the dual sport for carrying a constant load.

AEV is mopar approved for warranty, too.

 

[Clayton Off Road]

If you're looking for a lift capable of handling all of that extra weight plus maintain your factory ride quality, either our Overland+ or Ride Right+ kits would be a great option! Our springs utilize a much higher spring rate than even most aftermarket options on the market and are very capable of handling heavy payloads and maintaining your vehicle's rake. Not to mention, maintenance-free joints, designed and built in the USA, and of course our lifetime guarantee!

https://www.claytonoffroad.com/product/jeep-gladiator-25-ride-right-lift-kit-2020-jt-1

https://www.claytonoffroad.com/product/jeep-gladiator-25-overland-plus-lift-kit-2020-jt

 

[Nespeezy]

So my Rebel Off-road Half rack is now installed. The total shipping weight was something like 226 lbs. I figure 5 lbs of that is cardboard. So I’m now running with a constant Load (for argument sake) of 220 lbs on in the bed. It looks to me on the factory Rubicon springs It ended up leveling out the Gladiator... *pic on a street with a slant to the right.

It weighed it down enough that on a recent road trip I was getting flashed a few times so I lowered the headlights a bit.

Anyway.... I’m thinking about a 2.5 Mopar lift primarily for looks but I also want to maintain the factory warranty as much as possible.

I‘ll run with the rack 100% of the time but plans include a RTT weighing 132 additional lbs (stored when not in use). 35”s will be in the near future. I like to off-road level 5 like trails but no real hardcore stuff.

I’ve never ran a truck with a lift so I’ve been learning a lot from this forum but am concerned that the rear Mopar springs will be not enough for my use case.

Am I wrong to worry about the Mopar rear springs? I’m willing to consider other options but price is a factor.

Suggestions and as much rationale as you want to provide is appreciate. Thanks in advance!

The Clayton off-road 2.5 inch overland kit will do everything you need and then some. They will take care of you.

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