shackle flip?

[8T6K5]

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[82chevy350]

Appreciate Ya!

 

[1986K30]

so is it slotted to move the axle how does it exactly work and where can i get them?

I have a pair I would sell for $35 shipped. They are brand new. Through ORD they were $40 + $8 shipping

 

[8T6K5]

I have a pair I would sell for $35 shipped.

I need a set for the rear, I'll take them.

PM me and we can set it up.




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[dirtroadoutlaw]

What front axle do you have, Ingram? You might find yourself in need of a right side flat-top knuckle for crossover steering. You need to share all your specs so we can better help you. The zero-rates will allow you to move the axle by either 1" or 1.5" if you choose or center just like stock. Moving the front axle forward some might be a good idea for you in order to reduce the likelihood of the tire contacting the lower rear corner of the wheel wells when steering.

As for lift springs, look into the Tuff Country Easy-Ride springs They're not spongy but won't beat your kidneys out like skyjacker and Superlift and such.

As for myself, I have factory springs on mine. 52's up front with 7" shackle and DIY4X B52's, 56's out back with ord shackle flip and DIY4X 6" usdr super shackles.

You have enough to think over yet? LOL!

 

[k5krawler]

the shackle flips we used at the 4x4 shop gave 6in on stock leafs

 

[Chuck]

I have been thinking about buying the DIY 52 and beyond kit for the front and mounting 56s. I want to hard mount the spring at the back where the shackles is and put the shackle up front to correct my pinion angle. I am running d60 up front in my k30. I noticed the old jeeps do this. Trucks a daily driver with 38s and I want to go bigger this year 40-44S


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[nvrenuf]

I have been thinking about buying the DIY 52 and beyond kit for the front and mounting 56s. I want to hard mount the spring at the back where the shackles is and put the shackle up front to correct my pinion angle. I am running d60 up front in my k30. I noticed the old jeeps do this. Trucks a daily driver with 38s and I want to go bigger this year 40-44S


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Old jeeps and some older leaf sprung fords utilize a shackle in the front. You'll also find there are "fix" kits for both applications to move the shackle to the rear. Having the shackle up front can cause a lot of steering wander. The fixed point in the rear can cause bent springs during compression off road.

I wouldn't do it.

 

[Chuck]

Ok didn't know that thank you. Guess il just move the perches


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[GreaseDog]

the shackle at the rear of the spring is definitely a better design, for ride quality purposes. with the shackle at the front of the spring, as you hit a bump the actual will try and push forward ( as the front mount is the one that is not solid) into whatever you're trying to go over. this creates a rougher ride. with the shack what the back, the actual actually move away from whatever bump you're trying to go over, and will go over it smoother.

 

[junkyardog05]

buddy you should be able to clear 33's now, we did on our 86.

As for shackle flip it's off road design. it's 2 new frame brackets that hold the shackle on the bottom and not the top like stock and give you around 4 inches of lift.

As for the front 52 inch swap, you have to remove the front hangers from each side, the very front ones by the body mount/with the body mount, flip and switch sides, that let's you do the 52 inch or (rear) springs in front. I think they give you are 4 inches though I forget. You may also have to move the rear shackle on the front springs to allow better movement, possibly just a long shackle.

ok here's one...

http://coloradok5.com/52inchspringswap.shtml


shackle flip
http://www.offroaddesign.com/catalog/shacklekit.htm

diy4x also has shackle flips and new front mounts for 52's.

http://diy4x.com/cart/index.php?route=product/category&path=24

I looked at the CK5 one and I cant tell that he lifted it any by the pictures. Am I missing something?

 

[junkyardog05]

Nevermind I found what I was missing sorry about that.

 

[junkyardog05]

I'm thinking about doing the shackle flip on the rear and putting 52 inch springs in the front of my 85 crew cab to get a cheap lift that will still ride somewhat decent. This truck will be a daily driver also. Any suggestions?

 

[skysurfer]

ORD currently has discounted prices on popular items like the shackle flip and steering box brace. Sale ends the 5th...http://offroaddesign.com/catalog/holidayspecial14.htm

 

[deceptivex]

I'm planning a rear shackle flip, and UP front a 52" conversion... Should end up about 4" lift, will move front axle forward about 2 inches, rear axle back 1.5 to 2 inches, and trim fenders to have clearance for 37" tires