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new springs + coil spacers = new shocks??


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if I install an F-150 coils spring spacer in the front with explorer coils will i need new shocks?
 


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yes....you will need a shock for a 2"-4" lift.

I have a set of BRAND NEW Skyjacker Hydro's for $135 shipped. They usually run 33.99 each + shipping..
 

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didnt you also say that you wanted 33 a peice for them....and u payed 33.99....why not just return them mjones....

but, anyways, with a 2" lift up front u do not HAVE to run new shocks if its a road vehicle......

but if u can afford i highly recomend new shocks
 

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+1, new shocks aren't REQUIRED, but you'll lose a good amount of downtravel without longer ones.
 
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thanks for the advice i think i'll just wait until next payday and pick up new shocks. I think im gonna get trail master SST's, and im gonna put everything on when i swap over to a D35 and a BW1354 T-case. now my only other problem is how i should lift the rear!
 

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