Hi,

I have read a lot of debate about shocks. I definitely will go bilsteins, no matter what, but I need to consider something.
A year and a half ago, the dealer did my rear shocks and springs. I assume they put in bilstein comforts (from reading the archives it seems that these are OEM).

Would having Bilstein HDs in the front make for a funny ride, especially over bumps? It seems that a harder shock in the front, and softer in the rear will make the rear of the car feel disconnected, as the front will hit harder, then the rear will be real soft and complient.

Any comments?

Is the front shock replacement really only a 15 minute job? Does it definitely need 2 jacks? (I only own 1 at the time, and dont want to use the tire-changing jack).

Thanks,

JMH

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