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Mar 31, 2008 | 08:48 PM

fuelman

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reverse shackle mod

does anyone have detailed photos of this mod,i know the kits are available somewhere but i prefer fabing myself(purely economics maybe alittle bragging rites)

Mar 31, 2008 | 08:52 PM

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I'm pretty sure I have some on my labtop at home. I'll post the links up tomorrow fuelman.

Mar 31, 2008 | 09:14 PM

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thanks Farm69,
$14 beans for $4 fuel amazing isn't it,you get good prices for your grain but the cost to raise it goes up equally as fast.$4 corn $4 gas soon $5 corn flakes unreal isn't it.I understand the ironiy i grew up since 13 working on farms in central il.

Apr 1, 2008 | 12:41 AM

maverick1701

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So besides the obvious (reversing the shakles) what does a reverse shakle kit do the vehicle overall? Raises the body? Thanks

Apr 1, 2008 | 12:16 PM

fuelman

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about 2in lift in front plus better ride quality

Apr 1, 2008 | 12:20 PM

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ORU (Off Road Unlimited) in California makes/sells a reverse shackle kit. I think there are pictures on their website....

Apr 1, 2008 | 04:14 PM

FARM69

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Fuelman, I looked on my labtop and the only thing i have is directions for the install. It's a pdf file. I'm not sure how much help it will be, but shoot my a pm with your email and I'll send it to ya.

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Apr 1, 2008 | 07:22 PM

fishmanndotcom

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i built a set myself a while back for my 85 F250. it was quite easy. i made the first one like i wanted and then used it for a template. worked great. unfortunately this was 7-8 years ago and dont think i still have the pics. i think i may have some in my gallery here on FTE. let me dig around

i did recently put in a RSK on my red truck in my sig and for $300 it was well worth it!

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Apr 1, 2008 | 07:29 PM

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fuelman

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Thanks fishmann i appeciate that

Apr 1, 2008 | 08:12 PM

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Originally Posted by maverick1701

So besides the obvious (reversing the shakles) what does a reverse shakle kit do the vehicle overall? Raises the body? Thanks

Not only will it provide a bit of lift (pending design) but improves ride significantly.....Moverover on mine it improved the handling (steering), still drives tight. When doing this mod would get poly spring bushing too, and I have heard ift you want the ultimate ride put SD springs on as they are about 6" longer then the stock ones.

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Apr 3, 2008 | 09:24 AM

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I'll try the send out that pdf file tonight guys. I've been pretty busy lately. If not, you'll have it this weekend.

Apr 3, 2008 | 09:25 PM

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Got it Farm thanks alot that helps alot got the part numbers(70011) for Off Road Unlimited might buy one kit and make the second Great help guys love this site