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Author:  WV_Jeeper [ Wed Jan 23, 2013 3:10 am ]
Post subject:  Lift coil springs
I'm in the process of shopping around for a lift kit and am considering piecing one together part-by-part. I just wondered if it is necessary to by new struts in conjunction w/ lift coil springs? If it makes any difference, the lift springs would be 2".
Author:  BugginKJ [ Wed Jan 23, 2013 8:42 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Lift coil springs
KJ's use shocks.
Since you have to take the front shocks apart to replace the springs it only makes sense to replace the shocks with a better ride quality shock than what comes on them from the factory.
In the rear you have to buy longer shocks to accommodate the extra lift from the springs.
A handy read ya might want to read is lift faqs.
It's ok poor dead beaten horse, ya can go back to sleep now.
Author:  WV_Jeeper [ Wed Jan 23, 2013 9:38 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Lift coil springs
Thanks for the reply but I was unable to locate any info in the FAQs that directly addressed my question, much like this response. I gathered new shocks are recommended but the issue of them being a NECESSITY has not been fully addressed. I'm assuming through your roundabout reply that new shocks are suggested but not a must. Thx.
Author:  John3:17 [ Wed Jan 23, 2013 9:47 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Lift coil springs
WV_Jeeper wrote:
Thanks for the reply but I was unable to locate any info in the FAQs that directly addressed my question, much like this response. I gathered new shocks are recommended but the issue of them being a NECESSITY has not been fully addressed. I'm assuming through your roundabout reply that new shocks are suggested but not a must. Thx.


I havnt been around here long but my "opinion" its a lot of work time effort and money to install the front springs with or without shocks. You'll have to do it all over "again" to replace the shocks when they go bad, if they are not bad already. If they are not in good condition your new springs will wear out and sag in a hurry.
Author:  tjkj2002 [ Wed Jan 23, 2013 9:51 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Lift coil springs
WV_Jeeper wrote:
Thanks for the reply but I was unable to locate any info in the FAQs that directly addressed my question, much like this response. I gathered new shocks are recommended but the issue of them being a NECESSITY has not been fully addressed. I'm assuming through your roundabout reply that new shocks are suggested but not a must. Thx.

New rear shocks are a must as they must be longer then stock.Might as well change the fronts while you have the coilover assembly apart to put in the new coils.If your KJ has more then 50,000 miles then you need new shocks anyway.
Author:  tommudd [ Wed Jan 23, 2013 10:58 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Lift coil springs
Why would you even consider using the stock shocks?
They are some of the cheapest available to begin with
so if you are upgrading the suspension you need to upgrade them as well
Shocks are what slow down and stop the bouncing when we go over bumps etc
So not replacing shocks allows the springs to "bounce" more and wear out faster
Not replacing them is just wasting money in the long run
Author:  BugginKJ [ Wed Jan 23, 2013 1:37 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Lift coil springs
WV_Jeeper wrote:
Thanks for the reply but I was unable to locate any info in the FAQs that directly addressed my question, much like this response. I gathered new shocks are recommended but the issue of them being a NECESSITY has not been fully addressed. I'm assuming through your roundabout reply that new shocks are suggested but not a must. Thx.

Round about reply?!?!?!?!
Can't find any faq's or post's that have covered this???? My God this question has been covered I bet ya no less than 500 times.
How about the faq section to read BEFORE ya post and ask questions? Need a link? :banghead:
Ya gotta be kidding me or truly you can't read.
Everything in the above responses I covered with my round about reply.
By the way, excellent first post. :roll:
Troll away.
:banghead:
Author:  Marlon_JBT [ Wed Jan 23, 2013 1:50 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Lift coil springs
You NEED to change out the front shocks.

Is that good enough for you?
Author:  JeepMorrison [ Wed Jan 23, 2013 7:27 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Lift coil springs
Marlon_JBT wrote:
You NEED to change out the front shocks.

Is that good enough for you?


What he said.....

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