OME suspension install cost

[kcjaz]

What is reasonable for install cost of a 2" list suspension? I'm looking at something like Slee's stock load kit with UCAs:

1 x Pair SPC-25465 Upper Control Arm
2 x OME2722 Rear Coil Springs
2 x Old Man Emu Nitrocharger Sport 61029 Rear Shocks
2 x Old Man Emu Nitrocharger Sport 91005 Front Struts
2 x OME2702 Front Springs
1 x OME661 Shock Guards - Pair

Slee told me 6 to 8 shop hours? I have one quote at $1025 including alignment. Seems high to me.

 

[sdnative]

I think it would probably be half that without the UCAs. Springs and shocks aren't terribly difficult.

 

[ElJayBird]

Around $1000 seems to be the average rate - or find a DIY shop and do it yourself for $300-$400

 

[BAY2MTN]

I paid slightly more, but adjust upward for my location. Given it's Slee, and I had mine done at Mudrak, that price doesn't surprise me. Your arguably getting the top installer in the U.S. to do the work.

 

[RumBum]

What is reasonable for install cost of a 2" list suspension? I'm looking at something like Slee's stock load kit with UCAs:

1 x Pair SPC-25465 Upper Control Arm
2 x OME2722 Rear Coil Springs
2 x Old Man Emu Nitrocharger Sport 61029 Rear Shocks
2 x Old Man Emu Nitrocharger Sport 91005 Front Struts
2 x OME2702 Front Springs
1 x OME661 Shock Guards - Pair

Slee told me 6 to 8 shop hours? I have one quote at $1025 including alignment. Seems high to me.

Do you have a 4 Wheel Parts near you? I’m pretty sure they’ll be cheaper. You can also have them put the spacers and new wheels/tires on you didn’t know you needed. Also, make sure whoever does your install tightens the top bolts on the rear shocks all the way. They are a PITA to get to. Otherwise you’ll hear a clunking sound back there.

 

[Ian Rogers]

It’s just the cost of a post lift alignment it’s honestly an easy job just takes a few beers in the driveway.

 

[DesertLC09]

In the UAE the cost of installation without the UCA's are as follows:
800 AED = 217.79 USD at ARB
500 AED = 136.12 USD at other shops
The installation took around 3 hours.
The alignment was done at an alignment shop for
250 AED = 68.06 USD

I know labor prices vary a lot depending on the country, but I am posting this for reference.
I would do it myself if I had the tools since it's a very simple job. There is a nice video by Australian Images where he installs tough dog suspension + SPC UCAs.

 

[kcjaz]

I paid slightly more, but adjust upward for my location. Given it's Slee, and I had mine done at Mudrak, that price doesn't surprise me. Your arguably getting the top installer in the U.S. to do the work.

To clarify, the $1000 install quote is not from Slee. I would have Slee do it if I were closer to them.

 

[BAY2MTN]

To clarify, the $1000 install quote is not from Slee. I would have Slee do it if I were closer to them.

I probably shouldn't comment given my location. San Francisco Bay Area is DAMNED expensive for anything!
My quote did include alignment, and Mudrak, though lacks communication skills, is a respected custom shop, and his followup has been great

 

[ga12r1]

What is reasonable for install cost of a 2" list suspension? I'm looking at something like Slee's stock load kit with UCAs:

1 x Pair SPC-25465 Upper Control Arm
2 x OME2722 Rear Coil Springs
2 x Old Man Emu Nitrocharger Sport 61029 Rear Shocks
2 x Old Man Emu Nitrocharger Sport 91005 Front Struts
2 x OME2702 Front Springs
1 x OME661 Shock Guards - Pair

Slee told me 6 to 8 shop hours? I have one quote at $1025 including alignment. Seems high to me.

$1025?! I’m in the wrong business!

The first time I did mine was in my dirt drive way and it took about 3 hours. That included UCA’s, which in my opinion are the easiest part beside taking the wheel off.