Okay, I was planning to install my Calmini T-bars and AALs this weekend ,but now I'm wondering if I should just wait until I can do shocks at the same time.

I waded through a bunch of Bilstein "search" threads and checked out the SLR site, but I'm still a bit confused about exactly which shocks I need.

My X is a 2001 4x4 with a Calmini front bumper with winch, Calmini rear bumper with tire carrier, Calmini sliders and soon to be installed Calmini T-bars, AALs and a front skidplate. I'm currently running 265/70/15s, but I plan on switching to something larger in the future. I also plan on removing the rear sway bar permanently.

I'm thinking Bilstein 5100 20% all around, but with a 1.5" lift do I need the "altered suspension" 5100 20% or the OEM "replacement" 5100 20% ?

Thanks.

You need the OEM-style shocks, not the "altered suspension" ones. Only the SLR non-econ lift changes the front travel enough, and only shackles change the rear enough to need the longer ones.

Xterrible's right...you don't need them.

If you plan on doing shackles or any other longer travel improvements, then the "Altered" would be better, as you can use either in the mean time, and not need new shocks again if you change your set-up.