with these, do I have to get different springs for the front or can I just install the shocks and be done?
1001540
You don NOT have to get new springs for the front. These will lower the rear. IF you want to lower the front, you can buy the lowering springs, or shorten the existing springs.
1001541
You can just install these alone however take into consideration the factory stance is much taller. These will lower the rear of the bike 2-4" depending on the model. Mine was 4". Leaving the front with stock springs will work but make the front appear taller for sure and give it a raked out look. If you want to lower the front to make the bike appear more level then it's all a matter of your own taste. Function and geometry won't be affected by lowering the rear alone so it's up to you on the front. I used a Burly lowering kit on the front of mine to drop it 2" and level it out some. The Progressive kit is also good. You can just install these alone however take into consideration the factory stance is much taller. These will lower the rear of the bike 2-4" depending on the model. Mine was 4". Leaving the front with stock springs will work but make the front appear taller for sure and give it a raked out look. If you want to lower the front to make the bike appear more level then it's all a matter of your own taste. Function and geometry won't be affected by lowering the rear alone so it's up to you on the front. I used a Burly lowering kit on the front of mine to drop it 2" and level it... » Read More You can just install these alone however take into consideration the factory stance is much taller. These will lower the rear of the bike 2-4" depending on the model. Mine was 4". Leaving the front with stock springs will work but make the front appear taller for sure and give it a raked out look. If you want to lower the front to make the bike appear more level then it's all a matter of your own taste. Function and geometry won't be affected by lowering the rear alone so it's up to you on the front. I used a Burly lowering kit on the front of mine to drop it 2" and level it out some. The Progressive kit is also good. « Show Less
1001542
You can just install the shocks and call it a day. They come with various bushings for different bikes. Mine are on a '98 Shadow 750, it took about 10 minutes to install them.
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You can just install these alone however take into consideration the factory stance is much taller. These will lower the rear of the bike 2-4" depending on the model. Mine was 4". Leaving the front with stock springs will work but make the front appear taller for sure and give it a raked out look. If you want to lower the front to make the bike appear more level then it's all a matter of your own taste. Function and geometry won't be affected by lowering the rear alone so it's up to you on the front. I used a Burly lowering kit on the front of mine to drop it 2" and level it out some. The Progressive kit is also good.
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These springs give about 2.5" all around. The front will give a little more. I recommend if you get the springs to order the shocks as well. The stock shock won't last long and the ride will be a little rough. Eventually you will have to change the shocks.
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When the front struts comes off, you will have to to disassemble them, you will notice that there are pieces similar to these when you are taking it apart. I don't think I had I use every piece in the kit. You'll need two of these kits if you're doing both front shocks.
2077918
They don't come with springs. You install your old ones with special compression tools. You can orde assemblies that have springs installed.
203901
They are rear shocks. Go to gorancho.com and they will tell you which model is for front and rear of your vehicle.
1088422
No, front and rear shocks are different go to this web site for application and part numbers http://www.monroe.com/en-US/
1453762
This is for just one strut. If you need all four. you need the Front Right; Front Left; rear right; and rear left. They are all unique. YOu are on the right track, installing the complete unit is the way to go. Less dangerous as well. ( the spring is under heavy pressure)
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David, this shocks are for rear. For the front you will need Bilstein BE5D721H0
1893202
Yes u will need u bolts and the bushings are in the springs. I have them on my ford and they ride really well
537629
These will restore your factory ride, but you should probably invest in some shocks with helper springs or aftermarket springs rated for towing
2035577
Only for the Rear End, my friend. Front Shocks are sold separately As "Right Side Shock" & "Left Side Shock". Rear shocks can go either way, they're the same, Front ones Aren't.
1584847
Just the 4 springs. You use all the other factory pieces. Im thinking I saw that they fit all years. Mine is an rspec as well and that shouldn't make a difference.
1840197
I kind of think that you will need to remove the airbags in order to mount these helper springs, as they sit on top of the existing springs. Sort of where the airbag sits.
256156
The shock connection has to match your vehicle, specifically the width. If this matches you'll have no trouble installing these.
510285
No. You re-use your existing springs. They are sold separately if you need replacements.
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I don't know if the instructions specify which side of the axle the springs go on. I mounted mine behind the axle and they work fine. If "one side kept breaking" for you before, there was probably something wrong with your existing springs or your vehicle was overloaded.
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I use those in the front of a 99 Cherokee XJ. The rear shocks are different.