Adding HD Leaf Springs-Should I Replace Anything Else?

dumbagain

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2000 XJ, Daily Driver
rear leaf springs are shot.

i've decided to go with heavy duty leaf springs as a replacement. I've read that they will actually provide roughly a 1.75" lift. I will replace all the bushings and I believe that most people add spacers to the front to even out the lift.

1) Would this be a good time to replace all the shocks? They have almost 30K on them. If so do you recommend a brand?

2) Do coils wear out also? Should those be replaced along with the next springs?

3) With this little extra clearance could I increase my tire diameter without having to do any cutting or other mods? I currently run 235/75/15, I've heard a larger tire might fit after spring repair.

Thanks for any input
 

Look at 3" coils for the front to replace your stock setup. If not worn out already they will be before long. I would keep the 235/75/15 tire or run a 30"x9.5".

Look at Bilstein for shocks, the 5100 or 5125.
 
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