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A lesson learned—keep it light and nimble!
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Placed a decent size order with Savvy today, along with a much smaller one with Crutchfield. I'm still trying to sort out the suspension though. After doing research, it's become clear that there's no such thing as a progressive rate spring in the 2" category. Based on that, I need to make a decision on linear springs. As it stands now, I'm thinking OME, specifically:
- Front = OME 2933
- Rear = OME 2941
Also, for the shocks, since I've run them before with success, I'll likely go OME Nitro Charger shocks. Keep in mind this build is for 31" tires, so thoughts?
- Front = OME 2933
- Rear = OME 2941
Also, for the shocks, since I've run them before with success, I'll likely go OME Nitro Charger shocks. Keep in mind this build is for 31" tires, so thoughts?
I’ve ran the newer nitro charger shocks and OME springs before for a long time. The springs sagged relatively quickly with only moderate use and I soon switched to the savvy 3” springs. If you stick with OME nitro charger shocks you’ll feel every bump and lose your fillings on washboard dirt roads. The only reason I kept them for so long was I didn’t know how good it could be with tuned shocks
I ran the Nitro Charger shocks with 3" Nth Degree Springs and the ride was excellent. The problem was they were to tall with a 31' tire. This is a previous Jeep with 3" springs, 1" BL, and 31" tires. There's to much space between the tires and flares for my liking!
Those shocks are stiff for sure. @zebra12 can give you some input on OME 2” springs with those OME shocks, savvy arms, and 31” tires. It rides a lot rougher than my Ranchos but the combination you are talking about looks perfect. Keep in mind the old OME were way softer on valving than the new ones are.
This is good to know. I'll touch base with @zebra12 then. This is exactly the combination I was thinking about running, i.e. OME springs, OME shocks, Savvy double adjustable arms, and 31" tires. Thanks!
If you PM him he’s got a bunch of pictures he’ll probably share. In my opinion it’s the overall best proportions for a TJ possible.This is good to know. I'll touch base with @zebra12 then. This is exactly the combination I was thinking about running, i.e. OME springs, OME shocks, Savvy double adjustable arms, and 31" tires. Thanks!
MountaineerTom
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I have the nitro chargers shocks on my TJ (with HD OME springs). I don't like them, they are too harsh over slow speed bumps. They do handle well at speed, but the trade off isn't worth it to me. (265/75 tires in the picture)
I have the old OME shocks on my Unlimited. They are nice.
I have the old OME shocks on my Unlimited. They are nice.
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I'm running OME springs with Bilsteins, anti-rock, and Currie control arms. Been there for 20k miles. No sag. The shocks hold the rest of the suspension back.
I actually just bought some 3" Rancho spring and will be installing longer shocks this winter.
I actually just bought some 3" Rancho spring and will be installing longer shocks this winter.
Thanks folks. Since I have a new set of 3" Nth Degree progressive springs, I'm going to stick with those. Also, I've never run the Rancho RS5000x. I'm willing to give them a shot. If they're truly good, I'll say so. If they suck, I'll also say so!
Tldelaney
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MountaineerTom
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Usually around March/April, Rancho has their shock rebate going on. They did when I bought mine. They also have in the fall too.
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Remind me to show you my LED interior lights as well next time we get together.
I'm due for new shocks. My RSX9000's are OLD. Good info!
Remind me to show you my LED interior lights as well next time we get together.
I'll be taking my old OME's off soon and replacing with 3" Currie springs. I think the OME's are sagging up front, but they are pretty old.
Jaxon B.
TJ Enthusiast
Kind of weird to me given i'm from Florida, it rusts in the taillight???? Isn't it supposed to be sealed lol
They're moisture resistant, but not waterproof. The gasket between the lens and housing tends to not work as well over time. Just ask those in the rust belt!
Jaxon B.
TJ Enthusiast
So unusual to me lol. Here it's pretty common to tap into the reverse light to power for a backup camera and route the wire by just drilling into the housing or squishing the cable in between the cover and the gasket. The idea of rust forming in there is so foreign to me that it hadn't even crossed my mind. Hell, I've even done it on a couple of friends' TJs!
Spent some time trying something new with restoring flares. Mine were extremely grey, as can be seen in the picture. Using a buffer, I worked in three stages. 1st stage was a heavy cutting compound. 2nd stage was a light/medium cutting and polishing. 3rd stage involved wax. The results were impressive, but still not to my liking.
After the experiment, I cleaned up the inner fenders and painted the flares. I know I could buy new ones for around $135, but I had the primer and paint already. Also, I have a set of nice Rubicon flares that may go on, depending on how the wheels and tires fit.
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After the experiment, I cleaned up the inner fenders and painted the flares. I know I could buy new ones for around $135, but I had the primer and paint already. Also, I have a set of nice Rubicon flares that may go on, depending on how the wheels and tires fit.
Before
After