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Old May 7, 2016 | 10:40 AM
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Leveling

I know this subject has been covered many times but I suck at the "search engine"

Lowering the rear only for now on the 78 F250 long bed
I found shackles to lower the rear 2" OEM pull and replace.

But also remember seeing post and suggestions with Hangers and shackles?
I could not find any place that sold the set or instructions

A little help would be great,
Ground to center of fender is 31" front and 36" rear even with a full tank

My Hot rod shop buddy said if I got the parts he would do the work for me,
Got a screwed up hand so turning and grinding pop rivets off if needed now might not be a good idea
 
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Old May 8, 2016 | 07:42 AM
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Measure from the center of the axle/wheel and the fender. This measurement will discount the size of your tires. Not all tires are the same height. Shackles, hanger flips and axle flips are it for the rear..
 
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