The bump stops had a extensions that I removed also. Without a load I have about 6.5 inches between the bump stops and the stop pad on the axel. I haven't had it hit the stops once since it was lowered. I drove 600 miles with the load and still never touched the stops. I might cut them down if they create a problem in the future when I install shackles. Thanks for the heads up I will keep and eye on them.