UKTJ
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OK, in which case I am still struggling to see the different purpose of the two different springs.
Heck, that is an awful lot of sprung weight. If that is the sprung weight, how much do those TJs weigh in at in total? With 1200lbs sprung weight in the rear corners the figures quoted on page 1 for the Skyjacker 6" lift spring would only yield about a 3" lift, so what springs are these people using to run 35s or bigger?!? Are you sure you are referring to sprung weight?
But that aside, for a TJ of those epic proportions the point is both of these springs would be useless anyway, as they would be giving negative lift versus a stock TJ anyway. That is my point, in the useable range, based on the figures quoted on page 1 they seem to yield essentially the same result. That is not the case for the equivalent front springs.
Relatable post.The problem with OME is that there are too many options. Too many options creates analysis paralysis.
It wouldn't surprise me if rockjock is getting more calls to tech service about which of two 4" spring kits to buy than they were about the one kit resulting in too much or not enough lift.The problem with OME is that there are too many options. Too many options creates analysis paralysis.
If the free length and spring rate info in the table on page 1 is correct and the give the same outcome in any realistic scenario it seems an easy choice to me, get the longer spring. It is just that I guess I am now wondering if the info in the table is right.The problem with OME is that there are too many options. Too many options creates analysis paralysis.
How much lift do you want to achieve?If the free length and spring rate info in the table on page 1 is correct and the give the same outcome in any realistic scenario it seems an easy choice to me, get the longer spring. It is just that I guess I am now wondering if the info in the table is right.
About 2.5". But the point I am making is that at my estimated sprung weight at each rear corner either option would yield that or slightly more.How much lift do you want to achieve?
Is that 950lbs total weight or sprung? Having had a look at your build listed on your profile theonly added weight components I can see at the back are the Exogate, New Venture rear bumper plate and bigger tire. Is that about right?Mine is about 4600lbs overall with a rear corner weight no more than 950lbs.
Sprung.Is that 950lbs total weight or sprung? Having had a look at your build listed on your profile theonly added weight components I can see at the back are the Exogate, New Venture rear bumper plate and bigger tire. Is that about right?
Thanks. Any idea how much weight those three have added? I think from a quick search the Exogate is about 50lbs, guessing the 35" spare adds maybe another 20lbs but no idea what the bumper is adding.Sprung.
That's about right. When I get aluminum corners and sliders installed, I don't expect to break 1000lb sprung per corner. If anything, I hope to be about where I am currently.
Bumper was about 25lbs.Thanks. Any idea how much weight those three have added? I think from a quick search the Exogate is about 50lbs, guessing the 35" spare adds maybe another 20lbs but no idea what the bumper is adding.
Any chart is just a reference. Some numbers will be accurate, others not so much. Your best bet is to continue doing what you're doing, which is ask questions. If 2.5" of lift is your goal, and you don't want to go higher, you can zero in on a 2" spring and add spacers as needed to tune things. One thing to keep in mind that the original lift height will be higher, but settle once you've driven it for a little while.If the free length and spring rate info in the table on page 1 is correct and the give the same outcome in any realistic scenario it seems an easy choice to me, get the longer spring. It is just that I guess I am now wondering if the info in the table is right.
Thanks goes out to @Fulton_Hogan for compiling all of this into a nice, easy to read (and organized) spreadsheet. I've added it to the original post for all to see.
What are your thoughts so far on the light springs? Also have the 2.4LI think I am gonna go with the light duty OME springs for my 2.4L. fingers crossed it will be enough
What do you mean??What are your thoughts so far on the light springs? Also have the 2.4L
I am trying to decide between OME light 2.5” and Currie progressive 3”. OME everything they say it is?What do you mean??
Please don't trigger this forum with a question about springs and ride quality! Just kidding
They’re just springs. They hold up the Jeep. If they hold it at the height you want you have a winner.I am trying to decide between OME light 2.5” and Currie progressive 3”. OME everything they say it is?
This link isn’t working for me. Anyone else having the same problem?Below you'll find specifications for most of the known aftermarket shocks and springs for our TJs. This should be very helpful for people who are looking to put together a suspension system that works well together. Thanks to @jjvw, @Ronnie Salami, and @Fulton_Hogan for providing this info.