shackles

[87manche]

ok, so I think I want to run an extended shackle in the rear. I just need about 1/2" more in the back to make it look right, and my shackle bushings are toast anyway. I hear of a 2" drop shackle from a chebby full size.

What years chevy?

How much total lift?

[CWLONGSHOT]

With shackles you need twice the legnth to get half the lift.

SO the factory is 4.5-5" you will be looking for a 5.5-6" long shackle.

 

XJ.s have a 3.5" shackle so a 2" lift for them would be about right for what you want.

 

As for the years of chebby shackles, I too am running a set. I don't know the year, but as long as its the same width (most are same as MJ/XJ) and you know the legnth you need they will work.

 

CW

[87manche]

thanks CW. I knew I was looking for something an inch or 1.5 inches longer. I'll look into it, I'm also hoping it makes the rear end work a bit more for it's living.