outa those 3, like said before tnt is uncomparable. but bds has a you break it we replace it hands down policy. but hopefully you don't break too much. i like claytons like atmos said. and I'm running ironrockoffroads long arms which I like alot so far. but yea tnt all the way outa those 3

 

I see now what you all mean by T&T is in a class of its own. T&T does not come with shocks though. Can anyone give guidance on some good shocks? XJ will see decent amount of road driving.

 

How much are you lookin to spend on shocks? The best shocks are gona be bilstein.

 

I would like to spend around $400 but I am flexible. Dont want junk but dont want to break the bank.

 

Go with Bilstein shocks

 

Then go with bilstein. I think there around $100 a peice.

 

just saying "go with bilstein" is pretty vague. they make cheap shocks all the way up to $4000 each race shocks.

if you are looking to spend $400 max and want the best bang for your buck, you are looking at 5100s, 5125s, or (if they still make them) 5150s

 

5125's are part of the 5100 Series now, have been for quite some time.

5150's are being discontinued.

 

so whats the deal with the valving on the 5100 vs 5125?

i never got a solid answer from anyone, but the 5125 has conventional shim stacks and you can choose what valving you want, while the 5100 has some variable oem specific valving?

 

5100 are "application specific" and you can get the newton numbers if you call bilstein customer service. They also are made to bolt on to oem applications (stem mount, eye, etc). 5125 are universal and all are eye to eye and come in the valving numbers we usually see... Usually 185/50 or 255/70.

 

so i was correct.

so now i can't just order 5125s? i order 5100s and tell em how long i want em' and what valving i want?

 

As I stated previously stated, the 5125's are now under the 5100 umbrella. There are vehicle specific applicationsand universal applications with a variety of valving options. They are both listed on my site.

 

Whats the deal with the 5150 series? They are in my price range as well.

I know nothing about valving options. Is this something I can easily figure out with some guidance?

 

I'll send you some info via PM later today.

 

Really appreciate all this help and you guys being patient with my amateur questions.