What does it take to replace front leaf springs on a jeep?

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I have a 1995 Jeep Wrangler, and I'm in the process of selling it, but in order to pass inspection it needs the front leaf springs replaced. I'm kindof a scratch mechanic if you will but I'm wondering if this is a task I would be able to do, so I could save several hundred dollars. It's a 2.5L 4cyl. with over 160K miles and it's a YJ. Thanks
Apr 11, 2007 at 11:15 AM
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If your new to it do one at a time so you don't do more harm than good. If you have a compressor and air tools, and a axcetylene torch would be nice, It's pretty staightforward. Disconnect the shock then get the brake line floating...if it's on you axle, then undo the shackles! Reverese to reinstall.
Apr 12, 2007 at 5:32 PM
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[quote:53c06c67f1="merlin2021"]If your new to it do one at a time so you don't do more harm than good. If you have a compressor and air tools, and a axcetylene torch would be nice, It's pretty staightforward. Disconnect the shock then get the brake line floating...if it's on you axle, then undo the shackles! Reverese to reinstall.[/quote:53c06c67f1]

I don't have all those tools, should I invest in air tools? I'm not much of a torch user. I thought 4 bolts on the axle, and one on each end of the springs, sounds pretty easy, I just don't want to start something that is going to turn into a disaster.
Apr 12, 2007 at 6:45 PM
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