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[rebeljeeper01]

I've read a bunch of things time to ask you guys putting in 4.5 re coils and rustys 4 in leaves what shackle do I run to be level at 4.5? thanks Mike

[DirtyComanche]

Try it first. It will probably be level... Or really close.

[ROADLESS]

Try it first. It will probably be level... Or really close.

I agree!

[CWLONGSHOT]

I agree, as near as I can figure it will be a nice and near level combo.

 

I have the Rustys rear springs and 3" rustys fronts with A.C.O.S.'s making up the difference. But the 3" coils are sagging badly, so Its time to up grade. I have a set of 4" coils from another XJ project. So I am going to try those first. BUT, If that dosen't work...its out with the ACOS's and a new set of 4.5 RE coils for me too!!!!

CW

[Bounty Hunter]

If you're getting 4.5" coils, why not step up to 5.5" coils and run a SOA in the rear using stock springs, it'll save you a bundle and look a lot better. The stock spring packs will flex better as well.

[CWLONGSHOT]

If you're getting 4.5" coils, why not step up to 5.5" coils and run a SOA in the rear using stock springs, it'll save you a bundle and look a lot better. The stock spring packs will flex better as well.

 

Better is realitive, cheaper...not in the long run. At least not for me...my factory leafs where not the same lift. IE they sagged differently. SOA gets a bad rap because people do this with tired old million mile springs. New springs and a SOA are the best option, and with it your "cheaper" lift. I have the 4" lifted pack with a longer shackle. I sit just as high as a buddies with a spring over. Mine is cleaner, easier and rides awesome. I chose the 4.5 as I perfer a bit of the higher front to back rake.

 

 

Here it is with a level setup. AKA high lift on the nose:

 

CW