Warn or ARB mumper and spring sag

vlocci · 08-24-2006, 10:51 AM

I'm looking to add a Warn (finally shipping?) or ARB bumper to my truck, but can't add a lift due to work parking garage concerns. 120lbs of bumper + winch hanging that far forward looks like a sure fire way to get some front end sag.

Has anyone had any problems running this setup with the factory springs and shocks?

Am I destined for adjustable coilovers, and just cranking down the spring perches until things are back to factory?

Vin

**fjal** · 08-24-2006, 11:16 AM

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vlocci previously said:

I'm looking to add a Warn (finally shipping?) or ARB bumper to my truck, but can't add a lift due to work parking garage concerns. 120lbs of bumper + winch hanging that far forward looks like a sure fire way to get some front end sag.

Has anyone had any problems running this setup with the factory springs and shocks?

Am I destined for adjustable coilovers, and just cranking down the spring perches until things are back to factory?

Vin

I have a ARB and a Warn M8000. My front end dropped about 2". It was great on the gas milage. always driving downhill

I went with the OME and am very happy. What is the height of the parking garage you use? I can measure my height tonight if you want me to.

vlocci · 08-24-2006, 11:45 AM

FJAL,

First off, thanks. My work parking garage has a minimum height of 76 inches, giving me 3 or 4 inches to spare when getting in and out. I need to stay under this height, but want to bring the front end back to where it started. Fromthe sound of things, OME springs and Shocks with a 2 inch lift for the front might work. I also noticed the Allpro non remote reservoir shocks at 699.00 which might be a decent alternative.

Could you get me a ground to top of the wheelwell arch measurement for your front end. This should give me a decent idea where you are at now. (assuming your still on factory tires)

Vin

Vin

**fjal** · 08-24-2006, 12:07 PM

I have BFG AT in factory size.

DirtyLittleSecret · 08-24-2006, 12:49 PM

How about a 1" front spacer lift? Keep factory ride, and would keep you under the height requirements...
Just a thought!

vlocci · 08-24-2006, 01:51 PM

FJAL,

I'm running the same tires. When you have some time, can you pull out the tape measure and measure your setup to the top of the wheel opening?

Vin

**fjal** · 08-24-2006, 03:27 PM

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vlocci previously said:

FJAL,

I'm running the same tires. When you have some time, can you pull out the tape measure and measure your setup to the top of the wheel opening?

Vin

I'm stuck here at work for a couple more hours. Drove the Taco this afternoon. Had the FJ detailed and put away in the garage. I will let you know first thing in the morning.

**fjal** · 08-25-2006, 04:42 AM

Height from wheel wells. Driver side 36 1/4; Passenger side 36/3/4.