Originally Posted by spuldup

Hey man, you are like 5 miles north of me (Hilliard). I did my bilstein 5100 install last fall and all 4 struts and BJs on a friend's car (Mitsu Galant) over the winter. It can seem daunting but with a little internet research (and free DF service manuals) you'll be fine.

Useful tools in addition to standard wrench/socket set are:
Ball joint service kit (can be rented)
spring compressor (can be rented)
torch (propane/air is ok, oxy/fuel gas is better) You cannot underestimate the power of heat and patience in removing a stuck bolt before it is a broken bolt.
Good Prybar set
3-4 lb hammer
good 1/2"+ air impact (and air compressor to run it)
set of big impact sockets
air chisel (removing stuck bolts) (can be rented but is cheap to buy)
15+" crescent wrench
multiple small (<2ton) hydraulic jacks
one tall bottle jack
3+ton jackstands to hold everything nice and high

A lot of folks dog harbor freight but I have used their stuff for years with great results. You have to inspect each piece but in general I find their hand tools, pneumatic and hydraulic tools are good (buy the "pro" series), but watch out for the electric stuff. I go the one on Broad street but I believe there is on in Dublin, too. PM me if you need any specific tool part numbers.

Good luck!