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Old Aug 23, 2008 | 03:45 AM
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Extended Shackle Questions

I have bought some extended shackles, I am wondering if I need any other mods to fit them.

My truck is 2" lifted shocks and springs, but I want to get that bit extra out of it.

How easy are shackles to fit, and will I need any other parts installed to get them to work, brake lines etc?

Thanks guys
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Old Aug 23, 2008 | 06:31 AM
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Originally Posted by hellfire
I have bought some extended shackles, I am wondering if I need any other mods to fit them.

My truck is 2" lifted shocks and springs, but I want to get that bit extra out of it.

How easy are shackles to fit, and will I need any other parts installed to get them to work, brake lines etc?

Thanks guys
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well dont u already have a SAS? are you using stock shackles? what is your spring set up?
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Old Aug 23, 2008 | 07:51 AM
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Originally Posted by hellfire
I have bought some extended shackles, I am wondering if I need any other mods to fit them.

My truck is 2" lifted shocks and springs, but I want to get that bit extra out of it.

How easy are shackles to fit, and will I need any other parts installed to get them to work, brake lines etc?

Thanks guys
Shackle installation tips:
- http://www.4crawler.com/4x4/ForSale/...l#Installation

May need to add a shim to the axle to correct the pinion angle, depending on shackle length and drive shaft type:
- http://www.4crawler.com/4x4/ForSale/...es.shtml#FAQ12

Measure for the shocks and brake lines, etc. See if any of them are getting pulled tight at full droop. If so, replace with something longer.
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Old Aug 23, 2008 | 02:47 PM
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Thanks for the replies..

The springs I have are leafs, already 2" lifted with standard shackles.

The shackles I have bought are 155mm from end bolt to end bolt

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