Skyjacker J20FSB Softride Front Leaf Spring 2.5in 1976-1986 Jeep CJ5 CJ7

Vehicle Fitment

• 1976-1983 Jeep CJ5 (4WD) - All Trims (Base, Renegade, Golden Eagle, Laredo, Limited) - Front, 2.5 in. Lift
• 1976-1986 Jeep CJ7 (4WD) - All Trims (Base, Renegade, Golden Eagle, Golden Hawk, Laredo, Limited) - Front, 2.5 in. Lift
• 1981-1985 Jeep Scrambler (4WD) - All Trims (Base, SL, SR, Laredo, Renegade) - Front, 2.5 in. Lift

Fitment Notes

• Fits the front leaf spring position only; all supported applications are 4WD CJ-platform Jeeps
• Sold individually (1 spring per pack) - purchase two (2) for a complete front axle replacement
• Provides 2.5 in. of front lift - this spring replaces the factory front leaf spring and lifts the front of the vehicle 2.5 inches above stock ride height
• The "B" suffix in J20FSB indicates this version includes rubber bushings - the bushings required for front leaf spring eye mounting on the CJ/Scrambler platform are included in the package; no separate bushing purchase needed
• The companion rear spring for this 2-2.5 in. lift application on CJ/Scrambler platforms is the Skyjacker J20RSB rear Softride leaf spring
• The Skyjacker FLJ20F Fitted Leaf is available as an optional capacity-adding supplement for use with this spring when additional load capacity is needed for heavy winch bumpers, swing tire carriers, or significant gear loads
• The CJ5 production run ended in 1983; the CJ7 continued through 1986; the Scrambler (CJ8) ran 1981-1985 - all share the same front leaf spring geometry served by J20FSB
• Installs in factory mounting locations - no cutting, drilling, or modifications required

Features

• Progressive multi-leaf pack construction distributes load progressively across the spring stack - firming up gradually as suspension travel increases - delivering compliance over light terrain inputs and stability under heavier loads or larger bumps
• Individual leaves are shot-peened with hard steel pellets at high velocity - this process compresses the surface of the steel, significantly increasing tensile strength, maximizing wheel travel capability, and extending spring service life versus non-peened springs
• Full-length tapered leaf design: each leaf tapers across its entire length, promoting more flex at the leaf ends and distributing loads over a greater area, reducing the tendency for leaves to dig into adjacent leaves and cause premature wear or binding
• Bolt-style spring clips eliminate friction at the clip interface - conventional cinch-style bend clips grip tightly against the leaf stack, creating binding and friction that compromises ride quality; Softride's bolt clips avoid this entirely
• Load-carrying capacity is equal to or greater than the factory CJ/Scrambler front springs - no reduction in GVW rating or tow/payload capacity
• Constructed entirely from high-quality American-made steel - Skyjacker's commitment to domestic materials ensures consistent quality and mechanical properties throughout the spring pack
• Black finish provides corrosion resistance and a clean appearance consistent with CJ-era underbody aesthetics
• Includes rubber bushings for front leaf spring eye mounting - all hardware required for installation is included
• Backed by Skyjacker's Limited Lifetime Warranty against defects in materials and workmanship

Specifications

• Part Number: J20FSB
• Series: Softride
• Type: Front Lifted Leaf Spring
• Lift Height: 2.5 in. (63.5 mm)
• Spring Rate: Progressive Multi-Leaf Pack
• Construction: Multi-Leaf, Shot-Peened, Full-Length Tapered
• Spring Clip Type: Bolt-Style (friction-free)
• Material: American-Made Steel
• Finish: Black
• Bushings: Included (Rubber, Black)
• Load Capacity: Equal to or Greater Than OE
• Position: Front
• Shipping Weight: approx. 25 lbs.
• Quantity: Sold Individually (1 per pack)
• UPC: 803696212678

Included Components

• 1x Skyjacker J20FSB Softride Front Lifted Leaf Spring
• Rubber front leaf spring eye bushings (Black)
• Installation hardware

Product Description

The Skyjacker J20FSB Softride is a front lifted leaf spring delivering 2.5 inches of front lift for the 1976-1983 Jeep CJ5, 1976-1986 Jeep CJ7, and 1981-1985 Jeep Scrambler (CJ8) - the classic AMC-era CJ platform that defined the Jeep off-road experience for over a decade. This is one of the most established lift spring options for the CJ platform, replacing the factory front leaf spring entirely and providing a clean, hardware-matched 2.5 in. lift that transforms the CJ's stance, increases ground clearance, and creates space for larger tires without the compromises associated with body lifts or spacer-based lifts.

The Softride design addresses the core mechanical weaknesses of traditional leaf spring construction. The individual leaves are shot-peened - bombarded with hard steel pellets to compress the surface and raise tensile strength - which both extends spring fatigue life and allows the progressive rate pack to flex farther before fatiguing than a non-peened spring. The full-length leaf taper distributes bending stresses more evenly across each leaf rather than concentrating them at the clip points, and the bolt-style spring clips eliminate the binding friction inherent in conventional cinch-style clips. The result is a spring that rides more compliantly and lasts longer than standard multi-leaf packs at comparable lift heights.

The "B" in J20FSB indicates bushings are included - the rubber front spring eye bushings required for the CJ/Scrambler front spring mount are in the package. The companion rear spring is the J20RSB, and the optional FLJ20F Fitted Leaf is available separately for applications where extra load capacity is needed due to heavy winch bumpers, swing-out spare tire carriers, or significant trail gear. Sold individually - two required for a complete front axle replacement. Backed by Skyjacker's Limited Lifetime Warranty for the original retail purchaser.