Bump stops??
03-17-2013, 09:39 AM
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Bump stops??
So what's the deal with bump stops?
I hear of people putting on extended bump stops after installing lifts.
Can y'all give me the scoop on this?
Do I need to do these? If so, why?
Fyi: I've got a '12 JKUS with 2.5" coil spacers on 315/75r16s with 1.5" wheel spacers behind stock wheels. Installing a 1.25" body lift this next week sometime.
Thanks guys!
I hear of people putting on extended bump stops after installing lifts.
Can y'all give me the scoop on this?
Do I need to do these? If so, why?
Fyi: I've got a '12 JKUS with 2.5" coil spacers on 315/75r16s with 1.5" wheel spacers behind stock wheels. Installing a 1.25" body lift this next week sometime.
Thanks guys!
03-17-2013, 09:44 AM
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Bump stops limit up travel on the axles to keep shocks from bottoming out, tires from contacting fenders and suspension components from contacting the frame.
03-17-2013, 11:51 AM
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That was my understanding as well (as far as factory length bumpstops were concerned).
I guess i should clarify...
Extended bumpstops:
Do I need them? Or should I wait to see if I stop maxing out shocks/suspension? If so, what size/brand recommendations?
I guess i should clarify...
Extended bumpstops:
Do I need them? Or should I wait to see if I stop maxing out shocks/suspension? If so, what size/brand recommendations?
03-17-2013, 12:00 PM
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What I posted is true for stock or longer bump stops. A quick easy method is to measure remaining shock piston and compare to the distance between the axle pad and upper bump stop. You can always find a dirt mound to flex it out and check. Don't wait to go wheeling to find out. If the shocks bottom on a hard hit the shock might blow out or shear the shock mounting hardware.