Bilstein install help

[TangoFoxtrot]

I have the adjustable 5100, and a local shop doing the install. The installer is saying they cannot break loose the top flange nut from the old struts. They are wanting me to get basically all the parts to build a new strut as they can't break the old ones down. I have new ORP front springs so I really don't need the old struts. But I cannot locate the lower spring perch for the struts. Has anyone had this issue before or any suggestions? Part numbers? When I search the mopar parts I can't find that spring seat/perch. Does it come with OEM struts, I'd hate to spend $200 just for some spring seats.

 

[vincentw56]

I'd find a better installer before spending the extra money.

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[TangoFoxtrot]

I'd find a better installer before spending the extra money.

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Thought has crossed my mind, but they are a suspension shop. I think they are concerned with damaging the upper mount.

 

[Ram1500rsm]

Thought has crossed my mind, but they are a suspension shop. I think they are concerned with damaging the upper mount.

Look at the 5100 thread around. How many people have done the same job already before you ?. How many are damaging the upper mounts ?
I'll show them the instructions, if they still say they can't is either because they may have damaged the nut or the nut was damaged from the factory. either way a competent mechanic should be able to do it with the right tools/equipment. If they can't i think i'll run away from this shop as fast i can

https://productdesk.cart.bilsteinus.com//media/products/bilstein/E4-WM5-Y634A00.pdf

 

[merdon1332000]

OP - Looks like it's only available as part of a kit, basically order the strut

Front Suspension, Strut and Cradle for 2019 Ram 1500 | Bam Wholesale Parts

www.bamwholesaleparts.com

 

[TangoFoxtrot]

Yeah I'm having the same thoughts, it's really not a hard job, I've done plenty of lifts in the past , but never dealt with struts and didn't want deal with the headache. Well sounds like it has backfired on me. I'll go talk to him tomorrow and if he is telling me BS I'll just take it somewhere else.

 

[TangoFoxtrot]

OP - Looks like it's only available as part of a kit, basically order the strut

Front Suspension, Strut and Cradle for 2019 Ram 1500 | Bam Wholesale Parts

www.bamwholesaleparts.com

Yup, called a few parts places and they said you have to order the strut. I think the installer was mostly worried that he would somehow damage the upper mount getting that nut off.