Bilsteins for Front

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desertkj

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It's come time to replace the Rancho RS5000s on my Jeep that are beyond shot. I've always had a bit of a brand preference towards Bilstein and would love to use those if possible. However, it's been awhile since I've done work with the KJ and quite a bit has changed. I came across these Bilsteins, but I am unsure if they will actually fit. Every website I've been checking uses generic photos now. Btw, my KJ is not lifted and I don't have the desire to do so. Could someone please advise if they would actually work or not?

http://www.shockwarehouse.com/site/product.cfm/id/485131/name/F4-BE5-D916-H0-Bilstein-Dodge-Nitro-and-Jeep-Liberty
 

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Thanks! Ordering them online and having an offroad shop here in town install them.
 

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Sorry to say that if you have not replaced the springs, you should .
The stock springs bag out pretty quick and if they stack or you got coil bind, you in for a rough ride even with new shocks. Take a photo of your front and rear springs post back.
You can also measure from center hub to flare which will give an idea how sagged they are.
Considering the effort to remove coil over in front, you might as well get at least 2 new springs for the front. Will make a world of difference.
 
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Thanks for the reply LibertyTC. I had a bad feeling that I probably should and probably will to be on the safe side. Cheaper than a new Jeep I guess haha
 
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