It is important to note that every set up, as far as where to set the timing rings will vary from vehicle to vehicle, and from driving style to driving style,,, and,,,,, personal preference. Some of our jeeps are heavy, others light. Also, coil overs don't always have the same spring rates, spring lengths, valving, or nitrogen pressure. There is not a one size fits all with CO's.
All the time rings do is determine when your secondary(stiffer) spring kicks in. I have mine set about .75 inch above the slider. This way my first .75 inch of ride travel is a little softer/more comfortable. I would like to have more of the comfort zone and dial the rings up even further,, but I keep them low to help prevent bottoming.
If I really wanted to take it to the next level, I would get a shorter and stiffer secondary spring and then adjust the rings up and have a softer ride for maybe 2 inches into the travel before the secondary kicks in, but at a stiffer rate. If you are unable to stop bottoming with the spring rate you have,, you can either get a stiffer spring,, or put on some air bumps that engage in the last 2-4 inches of your up travel.
(When I'm talking about bottoming, I'm talking about high speed stuff, like 30-50 mph)
There are also adjustments to be made with the valving of the shock as well as nitrogen pressure.
This is why it is so difficult to dial in CO's.
And finally, earlier in the thread the OP asked about the control arm settings. I would always suggest setting your desired ride height,, then take your Jeep to a reputable frame and alignment shop to make it straight. Good luck:thumb:
