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Old Feb 23, 2011 | 02:19 AM
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shackle flip

hey i heard there was a way to raise the rear of a full size bronco/f150 using the front shackles off of an f250. i was wondering if anyone has done this and has some pics or tips on what i shold do, even other options. any help is much appreciated!
 
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Old Feb 23, 2011 | 09:41 AM
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do a google search for ford bronco shackle flip you should find lots of info. I have not done this myself because i tow with my bronco occasionally. ive seen many do this mod and it works well for added flex and height.
 
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Old Feb 24, 2011 | 10:11 AM
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yeah ive found lots of different techniques, the one im most interested in is the f250 shackle mod where you take the front shackle and use it in the back i cant seem to find any pics
 
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Old Feb 24, 2011 | 11:11 AM
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try FSB do a search for that on google
 
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Old Feb 24, 2011 | 03:41 PM
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the right way to do it is the actually buy the brackets. Sky makes some good ones.
 
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