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dave123
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11/27/2003
22:45:20

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hey to all the mopar guys and gals. i need help! im redoing all my suspension into a 3/5 but not sure what to do so could you please help me on this. any input would be great and also i want a good cheap ride for now because next winter i plan on doing air. thanks



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11/28/2003
00:07:09

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if u really need instructions on how to do everything i wouldnt suggest doing it yourself!



spitz
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11/28/2003
00:40:59

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don't just bag on someone because they don't know, it's possible. you just have to read a lot about the install. first, find all you can on the internet. i installed my hotchkis kit myself at only 19 years old and no suspension experience whatsoever. i actually found about 4 different reviews on how to put the kit on, including some very good help from people on this site telling me the hangup's not included in the directions



jason123
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11/28/2003
09:48:50

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not sure what to do meaning- do i go blocks over shackles and hangers? control arms, springs, lowering spindles



rt13
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11/28/2003
12:21:50

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for ease of installation i would just go cooil/shackle&hangers.



Matt99Dak
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11/28/2003
16:59:51

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Shackles and Hangers don't really go in the "ease of installation" category.

Blocks are much easier, but don't do it. Do a S/H kit. You can get a 5" S/H kit from a few places. That's what I want. My 4" blocks are just a pain in the ass.

Or if you wanted, you could do the (more available) 4" shackle/hanger kit and a 1" block. As long as the blocks aren't too big (like my 4" bastards) then the ride quality won't suffer hardly at all.

As for the 3" in front, coils would be easier, but you might not get a full 3" (like i didn't). So control arms might be better, but they're much more expensive.



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11/28/2003
20:46:49

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hahah, ya, shackles are definately a PITA but the only way to go (unless you go leaf springs). worth it in the end. coils are easy up front.



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