Do I need bump stops on my Jeep?

With stock tires you wouldn’t need them at all. In most cases with 315’s/35’s you need 2.5″ in front and 2″ in rear… And since you only added 1.75″ lift you will have less suspension travel than you had stock. Without additional bump stops, the 35’s will rough up your fenders pretty good if you flex at all.

Can you replace bump stops?

If your vehicle doesn’t have a bump stop originally installed, you’ll install the new one wherever the manufacturer states it can be installed in the front and rear of the vehicle. Those who have trouble attaching the bump stop can try to make it a better fit by using soap to lubricate the holes.

How much does it cost to replace a bump stop?

The price of aftermarket bump stop replacements can range from $7 to $780 for the part itself. Expect to pay more for professional installation.

What is a bump stop on a Jeep?

The main purpose of a bump stop is to serve as some final suspension cushion to keep the metal parts from coming together or from traveling too far, which might in some way damage the suspension or chassis.

How do you measure bump stops?

Here’s how to properly measure your bumpstop on your Wrangler.

Measure the distance between the bumpstop and the point where it contacts the axle.
Measure the amount of up-travel you have in your shocks before they bottom out.
Measure the distance between your tire and where it will contact the fender.

What do bump stops do on a Jeep?

OEM Jeep JK bump stops are soft allowing JK’s to bottom out very hard. These air bumps from Fox and King use speed sensitive valving and a position sensitive air spring to deliver a much smoother bottom out experience. The result is a Jeep that’s much more fun to drive off-road.

Are bump stops necessary?

Absolutely necessary. Be very careful driving it until the problem is fixed. If you bottom out the strut without the stop, you could blow the strut or bend any number of things.

Do bump stops affect ride quality?

Factory bump stops prevent metal from hitting metal, but are inadequate for off-roading. They do nothing to soften the harsh jounce when the vehicle bottoms out. As a result, this creates poor ride quality and loss of control.

Where is the bump stop located?

Usually located on the frame above the axle, they protect the axle and the frame by preventing metal from hitting metal when the suspension bottoms out. All cars and trucks have bump stops installed at the factory.

Is riding on bump stops bad?

Who are the experts that says it’s okay for a suspension to be riding on the bump stop? There’s no magic about it… Bump stops affect “spring rate” adversely in that they don’t compress like springs do.

Do I need bump stops on my Jeep? With stock tires you wouldn’t need them at all. In most cases with 315’s/35’s you need 2.5″ in front and 2″ in rear… And since you only added 1.75″ lift you will have less suspension travel than you had stock. Without additional bump stops, the 35’s will…