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Front Shocks Springs Install

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#1 ·
How hard is putting in WK Bilsteins and SRT8 Eibach springs on the front? I don't do much with cars and have never tackled front shocks/struts. I looked at a write up but it looked pretty difficult. I don't have power tools just a jack/stands and some cheapo tools. I know I can do the rear end no problem but the front looks kind of sketchy.
 
#9 ·
Yea I haven't pulled the trigger yet. I can't decide between the SRT or WK Eibachs. I heard if you get the SRT ones you have to do something with the bumpstops, not sure though. I'm leaning towards the WKs right now but on the other hand I think the SRTs might give a little more drop and look better with the SRT reps!? Either way I have to get something next week when I get my $$$.
 
#11 ·
That's cool I didn't realize your in KS. I had plans to go tonight but things changed. Aren't the SRT Bilsteins double the price? Might be worth it though eh?
 
#12 ·
yeah they are a bit more, but they are valved different & a little shorter so if you're going to get the srt eibachs,that's the way you want to go. I'd love to have a set,but I'm going to have to wait awhile. I may just end up going with the Bc coilovers...but not for a bit ,I put a little too much into this thing already this year and I still need a new set of tires :(
 
#13 ·
So do you think the BC Coilovers are the best option? How much drop can you get out of them. I like the idea of adjustable ride height.
 
#14 ·
dont know if you saw the thread:
http://www.jeepgarage.org/showthread.php?t=40140&highlight=bc+coilovers

I will eventually get them. the "how much drop" is .?..... everyone likes to say, my fender opening is so high from the ground......so what. Different tire size alone changes that. i havent gotten an answer as to center of axle/hub/wheel-to-fender from anyone yet,but i think that is the lowest anyone is going to get a wk without major work. Its not only adjustable ride height,but dampening also.
 
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