How well do stock Rubicon Springs handle weight?

[AlexJeepVB]

So I will probably be lifting my Rubicon in the coming weeks and trying to decide what direction to go. I was trying to see how the stock JL Rubicon springs handle the extra weight of aftermarket bumpers and larger spare if I were to go with a spacer lift. I don't need to get into a discussion about differences of lifts just wondering if the stock springs handle some extra weight without sagging much.

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[AnnDee4444]

I've read that the Rubicon spring rates are:

Front = 125 lbs/in​

Rear = 174 lbs/in​

 

[Mikester86]

I've read that the Rubicon spring rates are:

Front = 125 lbs/in​

Rear = 174 lbs/in​

Do they differ if equipped with the tow package?

 

[AnnDee4444]

Do they differ if equipped with the tow package?

I think so, but I don't have any solid evidence that shows this. These were just the numbers I've seen posted on this forum.

 

[Kevin Mojito]

The Front JLUR springs are soft. I have loaded ( hard top, steel bumpers, tow ) Rubicon. It has been fine, but just added a Apex 12K winch and plate. It dropped 1 full inch in front. I have used Mopar 2 " lift and Accutune Comfort springs. I did not have the winch with those springs, but they felt firmer. I would think an aftermarket spring would hold the weight fine. I'm just trying to find the softest springs as possible, yet hold the weight.

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