do spacers void the warranty?

[mferrara91]

Definitely remove the spacers before bringing it in. I have spacers on mine and the dealer told me it could void the warranty if there is a seal leak or a wheel bearing failure.

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[tk1700]

I have suspension spacers and haven't had a problem with warranty. I've had a 4 shocks replaced for leaks. I was worried that they might say the spacers caused them to leak, but they replaced them no questions asked.

 

[Upnarms]

Now we're getting there. Wheel spacers are never a good idea. A replacement wheel of the correct width and offset is the answer.

I can't believe this is still being said. You realize, other than more lug nuts that could loosen, there isn't a difference in the load between a stock wheel with spacers and an after market wheel creating that same offset? Same load! Yes you add more parts that could potentially loosen. I've been running synergy 1.75 spacers for 3 years now with zero issues. Not even a lug nut losing torque.

Now if you want to say running after market wheels or spacers adds more stress to the hubs than factory rims you would be correct. But one isn't worse than the other.

 

[6.2Blazer]

The warranty is not an all or nothing type of deal that can be completely cancelled because of one aftermarket modification. In this case there is no reason a dealership should deny all aspects of the warranty because of the wheel spacers. If the aftermarket part could have affected the specific part you want warrantied out, yes. In this case it would be legitimate for them to deny a leaky wheel seal because of the spacers (and the larger tires and wheels), but no reason they should deny exhaust work. With that said different dealerships can have different philosophies on this....some would probably repair the wheel seal without question regardless of the spacers while others may give you grief about the exhaust work because of the spacers. In the end it is the manufacturer (Jeep) that approves or denies the warranty, but they are highly influenced by what the dealership tells them and relies on them to make the initial decision. Not like Jeep has a bunch of people running around reviewing every single warranty claim. If the dealer denies warranty work you can open a case with Jeep directly but you better have your ducks in a row.

 

[five9dak]

I wouldn't expect any warranty coverage on any items outboard of the axle pumpkins with those spacers installed.

 

[dstevens]

I can't believe this is still being said. You realize, other than more lug nuts that could loosen, there isn't a difference in the load between a stock wheel with spacers and an after market wheel creating that same offset? Same load! Yes you add more parts that could potentially loosen. I've been running synergy 1.75 spacers for 3 years now with zero issues. Not even a lug nut losing torque.

Now if you want to say running after market wheels or spacers adds more stress to the hubs than factory rims you would be correct. But one isn't worse than the other.

My point is that it is better to run the correct offset wheel than a spacer to achieve the same offset. Yes, the load on the bearings etc will be the same either way, not that I mentioned it, but my issue is with the spacer. I've seen them fail. They are not as good as the correct wheel.

 

[Upnarms]

My point is that it is better to run the correct offset wheel than a spacer to achieve the same offset. Yes, the load on the bearings etc will be the same either way, not that I mentioned it, but my issue is with the spacer. I've seen them fail. They are not as good as the correct wheel.

Fair enough! Sorry, many try to argue differently on that point. I definitely think you need to go with a high quality spacer if you do use them. I happen to like the factory rubicon wheels and didn't want to spend the $ for all new ones. The synergy ones are aluminum and have held up very well aside from the red coloring fading.

Yeah, the stronger option would be a single piece rim with the desired offset and eliminate the spacer. I saw they make the factory looking rubicon rims now that are slightly wider and have more -offset on quadratec. Would be the ideal option to accomplish my setup if I didn't want the spacers.

All that being said, for the op, remove the spacers for the axle service and all should be good.

 

[6th Floor Mule]

All that being said, for the op, remove the spacers for the axle service and all should be good.

OP cut his wheel studs to add 2” wheel adapters to mount some 6 lug Bronco wheels. We’re all waiting to see how this turns out.

 

[Upnarms]

OP cut his wheel studs to add 2” wheel adapters to mount some 6 lug Bronco wheels. We’re all waiting to see how this turns out.

Doh! I need to read better. Yeah that'll be interesting

 

[Hootbro]

OP is MIA for an update.

 

[OahuHighAltitude]

OP is MIA for an update.

just an update to my original post:

I left the 1" teraflex spring spacers on and i removed the wheels and adapters.....The dealer fixed the leaking axle without any questions. I'm sure they knew I had done something because of the spacers and all the studs had been cut.

Thanks for the replies. Took some time to get an appointment.

 

[OahuHighAltitude]

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Now that the repair is done, Heres how 35s on 1" spring spacers looks. I have some new center caps on the way so the broncos will be gone soon (yes that means Im keeping the wheels and adapters). I hit my front and rear bumpstops without rubbing the tires on anything, so good enough for me.

 

[dragoneggs]

Good to hear a good outcome. As far as axle stress, the best way to go is the least weight approach when pushing out your tires… which generally means buy a properly sized offset wheel vs. going with spacers.

Think of a diving board with weight bouncing on the end. The only other minor factor is the additional bolt on connection. This is a non issue if well designed. It goes back to weight.

 

[Upnarms]

Good to hear a good outcome. As far as axle stress, the best way to go is the least weight approach when pushing out your tires… which generally means buy a properly sized offset wheel vs. going with spacers.

Think of a diving board with weight bouncing on the end. The only other minor factor is the additional bolt on connection. This is a non issue if well designed. It goes back to weight.

Uggh. When "pushing out" your tires, it's the same stress whether or not you use spacers or offset wheels to do it. ?‍ The tire is still being "pushed out" either way.

 

[dragoneggs]

Uggh. When "pushing out" your tires, it's the same stress whether or not you use spacers or offset wheels to do it. ?‍ The tire is still being "pushed out" either way.

Yes, totally agree and that was my point.

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