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    Newbie spring/shock install questions... (brief)

    Yeah, it's pretty amazing what a couple of inches can do! (At least that's what she said!) overall very happy at this point with what I have. I think it will suit my needs just dandy! Thanks for your help too, made things easier, even though I went in from the bottom and did the lower control...
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    Need new front springs...

    I'm not sure why this needs to be such a difficult thing? Tom seems to be the resident pro at this stuff! Why argue? I'm not sure I get it? Buy and install what YOU think is best for YOUR application. Pretty simple. If it's moog (or whatever) and Monroe then so be it. Be happy with what you have...
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    Front Suspension Replacement - Learning Experience!

    I blew the lower ball joint, which is how the service manual suggests, and seemed a good option with less things to take apart. Plus i was unsure if my lower control arm/clevis bushing was totally shot. (it wasn't thankfully) Most do the top, but it seems that usually goes along with an UCA...
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    Need new front springs...

    As far as the one size fits all... definitely not. The 927-948 OME is recommended primarily that to get maximum lift and spring rate, whcih maximizes the potential of the jeep and allows for lot's of extras like bumpers, skid plates etc. You can go with whatever combo you wish. Also, keep in...
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    Newbie spring/shock install questions... (brief)

    The alignment went fully into spec with no issues. Overall, a pretty straight forward deal. Finally. I had a 95 4Runner that was nothing but a ***** to do the suspension work. Now, I drink...:gr_grin:
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    Need new front springs...

    Wow... all of this for a set of springs. I just did the OME stuff. If you search there are PLENTY of shops that sell a full set right in the 850.00 range, shipped. Not bad for the gold standard for the Liberty. I went "medium" all the way around 926/947 after a discussion with ARB. Tom...
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    Actual Lift Amount - Lets Compare Fender Heights

    I will throw mine into the mix: 04 Sport (supposedly Rocky Mountain Edition, but not sure) 119k OME 926/948 (medium all the way around) with Nitrocharger Sport shocks 18" both sides Front with stock sus. 18.5 Rear both sides stock 20.5 front both sides front after, 21 rear. All good!
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    Newbie spring/shock install questions... (brief)

    Got this thing DONE. Overall, no drama. Discovered an aging boot on my rear axle "half shaft" that I will need to keep an eye on, change out eventually/soon. Netted a dead 2.5" all the way around, 20.5 front both sides, 21 rear. 119k on this one. Didn't take a before, kind of forgot until it...
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    Worth the lift

    05 Speed Triple, 06 D675, currently a 2014 Thruxton... Done the Ducati thing, Yamaha thing... always come back to Triumph. Just like them for some reason. Doing all the mods is what make this stuff fun. Usually it makes NO financial sense. Jeez, if we looked at this stuff from that perspective...
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    Newbie spring/shock install questions... (brief)

    I think this thing has been a grocery runner most if it's life. Certainly doesn't have any real tell-tale signs of "hard" use. Overall , I think I got a good one! And, I've changed my mind on the bushings... not even gonna try. I'll just wait till the LBJ's are shot and redo the whole thing.
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    Worth the lift

    Funny, I am the same way. Any vehicle I've ever had, particularly used, gets a tune up, fluids, tires (usually) and suspension, sometimes stock, usually an upgrade, that is the minimum. On the two wheeled side of things, I've owned a couple of new Triumphs over the years, and both have had...
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    Newbie spring/shock install questions... (brief)

    So, Looks like I am at 18" center hub to outer lower fender line front, an 18.5" rear. Also looks like my LCA/Clevis bushings are toast. Yea! I just LOVE replacing rubber bushings. SO much fun!
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    Newbie spring/shock install questions... (brief)

    Tom, Thanks for that quick reply! I've not had good luck removing and being able to reuse tie-rod ends in the past. (I was hoping I could leave the tie rods in place!) Ball joints not too much issue. What do you recommend for the tie-rods? Pickle forks suck. Just a puller or is there a bang and...
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    Newbie spring/shock install questions... (brief)

    Newbie spring/shock install questions... (DONE!) So, technically my second post, and I'm digging right in! Looks to be a great, knowledgeable crowd! Now that I've buttered everyone up, I have a few clarification Q's. I read the FAQ's, did the usual searches and it seems there is a very good...
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    Hi from Colorado!

    New to the Jeep thing, have a 2004 KJ and I'm planning so mods! Been through the FAQS and of course, have some questions. Already learned a ton! Looks to be a great forum with lots of good info!
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