howlerman Posted March 20, 2007 Share Posted March 20, 2007 (edited) Just installed the Pro Comp Steering Stabilizer that came as a bonus with 4 Pro Comp 3000 shocks The mounting kit came with it, installs just like the Rancho SS, had to grind down the centerlink tabs, in fact I think the mounting brackets are identical to a Rancho kit, just a different shock. I may post some pics later after I do the JGC coil lift with the new shocks What a difference in the handling! Especially at highway speeds when the wind is gusting and passing by big rigs, works great on the rough roads too! Very happy over all :cool2: Edited March 20, 2007 by howlerman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kn0xville Posted March 20, 2007 Share Posted March 20, 2007 look somethig like this?? Hah, ya, i bought the same package deal last year... i have one blown shock already.. but the other 3 are good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barthel Posted March 20, 2007 Share Posted March 20, 2007 WAY good to know Howler! I got the same kit last month, ES9000 shocks and the stabilizer. Haven't put it in yet, but am anxious. You did say the stock tabs on the center link have to go, right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
howlerman Posted March 23, 2007 Author Share Posted March 23, 2007 Yes they for sure need to go. Angle grinder made quick work of them Only small issue I had was with the rubber spacing thingies (unsure of the name) that go on each end of the shock, the passenger side bracket is thicker than the centerlink ubolt bracket, so to get the nut started on that side of the shock I had to compress the rubber parts with a pair of vice grips so I could get the nut started. I am putting some JGC springs I obtained and new shocks this weekend to lift the rear Stoked! Good luck in installing yours Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flnl Posted March 24, 2007 Share Posted March 24, 2007 (edited) My brother-in-law is going to order a set of them for me on this weekend, and send them to me in Brazil. Do you know if longer shocks for the rear (for a 3" susp lift and disconnected rear sway bars) still apply for the package deal? Fernando Edited March 24, 2007 by flnl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jj big shoe Posted March 24, 2007 Share Posted March 24, 2007 I don't see why they wouldn't honor the package deal seeing as the longer shocks are still the same price. I'd give them the specific part numbers you want though just to be sure you'll get what you're asking for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Animal Posted March 24, 2007 Share Posted March 24, 2007 Yes they for sure need to go.Angle grinder made quick work of them Only small issue I had was with the rubber spacing thingies (unsure of the name) that go on each end of the shock, the passenger side bracket is thicker than the centerlink ubolt bracket, so to get the nut started on that side of the shock I had to compress the rubber parts with a pair of vice grips so I could get the nut started. I am putting some JGC springs I obtained and new shocks this weekend to lift the rear Stoked! Good luck in installing yours A BFH works on the tabs too. ... and I believe you were looking for the word "bushings" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
howlerman Posted March 24, 2007 Author Share Posted March 24, 2007 Yeah I ordered the longer shocks, no extra cost Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flnl Posted March 25, 2007 Share Posted March 25, 2007 (edited) What code you ordered for rear ones? 324500/924500? Edited March 25, 2007 by flnl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLouisGod Posted March 25, 2007 Share Posted March 25, 2007 Is there a way to use pro-comp shocks and attach it to the centerlink via the stock bracket? I did this with my toyota - used a shock with a bolt end and a loop end and attached it... just an idea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
howlerman Posted March 26, 2007 Author Share Posted March 26, 2007 I used these shocks 324509 (rear) 322500 (front) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soccerstudd5 Posted April 18, 2007 Share Posted April 18, 2007 I know this is a late reply but I'm looking into that kit as well. Couple questions: Why can't you use the same front and just different back? And barthel: How do the 9000's ride? (if you've put them on yet) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spolar93 Posted April 19, 2007 Share Posted April 19, 2007 yeah you use the same length fronts since the travel doesnt change. use 16" collapsed and 26" extended shocks for the rear Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackpath Posted April 20, 2007 Share Posted April 20, 2007 Great info guys. I was thinking of going with this lift combo as well. Does it matter what year of JGC springs I get? Is it front or rear springs? I was thinking of 33" tires, will they work with this lift? Do I have to change the gears? I'll take note of the shock part #'s. Thanks, newbie pathy owner in need of help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
packie88 Posted April 20, 2007 Share Posted April 20, 2007 yeah check in the how to's for the write up on the jgc springs its the fronts off a jeep something. i dont recall what it was. you wont be able to do 33's. in order to do 33's you need 3 inch suspension and 3 inch body to run it relativly smoothly. gear change is not necessary plus gears will cost you a fortune Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slick Posted April 20, 2007 Share Posted April 20, 2007 (edited) yeah check in the how to's for the write up on the jgc springs its the fronts off a jeep something. i dont recall what it was. you wont be able to do 33's. in order to do 33's you need 3 inch suspension and 3 inch body to run it relativly smoothly. gear change is not necessary plus gears will cost you a fortune packie is right. i have a 4" SL lift and 3" BL and rub my new 33" tires on the fender flares the JGC coils you need are FRONT, off a V-8 model, years 93-97 if I recall. this is the kragen JGC part number i got/used on mini me.. PA 8360513 (FCS782V) mine seemed a tad different to everyone else's, and i seemed to have got 1/4" to a 1/2" more lift from them...... Edited April 20, 2007 by Slick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flnl Posted May 20, 2007 Share Posted May 20, 2007 Well, I thought that on this Saturday I could have the Procomp front shocks and steering stabilizers installed by myself. Started working, but all bolts are stuck! I've sprayed WD40 all day! Trying to unbolt the idler arm stud but didn't succeed, I also used a bar to help the wrench, but the only result I got was a bent bar... The same with the shocks, could unbolt the lower of them from the LCA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gotrek Posted May 20, 2007 Share Posted May 20, 2007 Well, I thought that on this Saturday I could have the Procomp front shocks and steering stabilizers installed by myself. Started working, but all bolts are stuck! I've sprayed WD40 all day! Trying to unbolt the idler arm stud but didn't succeed, I also used a bar to help the wrench, but the only result I got was a bent bar... The same with the shocks, could unbolt the lower of them from the LCA WD40 is not a penetrating oil. Go get some liquid wrench or pb blaster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flnl Posted May 21, 2007 Share Posted May 21, 2007 (edited) Sorry, it's not WD40 It's Loctite Super Lub. It says it is penetrating. Don't know if you have this one around, in case, is it good? Here in Brazil I can't find PB Blaster. Anyway, both of them say they do it. But maybe they're not that good. Edited May 21, 2007 by flnl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barthel Posted May 21, 2007 Share Posted May 21, 2007 Heat them up a bit with a torch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
94xe Posted May 25, 2007 Share Posted May 25, 2007 I just installed my es9000's last night. The hardest part was getting the old ones off. I ended up just using an impact wrench and the lowers bolts came right out. The left rear shock took the most time because the exhaust pipe is in the way. They shocks came with the steering stabilizer but no mounting brackets. It rides much better now!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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