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Has anyone here tried Revolver shackles on their Blazer?

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I was on Offroad.com in the Chevy section & found an article on Revolvers for Blazers. They were the bomb a few ago. People were saying it was one of the best upgrades someone could do for more flex on a leaf sprung vehicle. I have never tried them so it could've just been alot of hype.:eek1: I am always looking for more flex.:laugh: Anyway just want to know if anyone has tried them on a Blazer or any other vehicle. Heres an article for installing them on a samarai: http://www.rockcrawler.com/techreports/revolvers_samurai/page3.htm
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Don't daily drive them , and don't jump it with them . For strictly slow speed crawling only , and use limiting straps .
 
At least you've got a good attitude:D. Just Kidding. It sounds like you guys have hashed this one out before. I did a search & found your not supposed to tow with them which would put them out for me. Gotta be able tow a fairly light weight trailer and wouldn't want to swap them out just for wheeling.:DAny suggestions for better articulation?
 
They don't make mine anymore .... YET . I would do ORD if I had to buy one now , I have wheeled with them personally , and can honestly say they are one of the last good remaining family run businesses around :bow:
 
It sounds like shackle reversal is the way to go in back. How about up front? I know the sway bar diconnect will help & I've seen a few guys gettin alot of flex on 52's. I have a 4" lift. Block in the rear (the flip would probably replace the block) & 4" up front. What do ya think?
 
Proven combination.

Maybe some of ORD's front shackles?
 
4 icnh front is fine , and the norm . If you want more tire , cut the fenders . Swaybar discos are fine until you go crossover steering , then you need to ditch those to make the steering fit .

Sometimes simple is real good to start with . I still have just 4 inch kit springs with ORD shackles , and a flip out back . Its all about the seat time , make your mods and learn to wheel at your own pace . Important thing is to simply enjoy it :thumb:
 
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jonathanjay743 said:
It sounds like shackle reversal is the way to go in back. How about up front? I know the sway bar diconnect will help & I've seen a few guys gettin alot of flex on 52's. I have a 4" lift. Block in the rear (the flip would probably replace the block) & 4" up front. What do ya think?
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That setup is better and safer than using revolvers. I asked about revolvers a while back and decided to go 52"/56" with ORD shackle flips. Best thing I ever done with my rig for the money and the flex I needed.:D
 
pauly383 said:
You have waaaaaay sexy flex in that truck Brian :bow:
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Thanks Paul, kinda hard to see when I'm in the seat but the BB pics and videos helps me see it :pimp: :laugh:
 
jonathanjay743 said:
It sounds like shackle reversal is the way to go in back. How about up front? I know the sway bar diconnect will help & I've seen a few guys gettin alot of flex on 52's. I have a 4" lift. Block in the rear (the flip would probably replace the block) & 4" up front. What do ya think?
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You would be fine with some 4" tuff country ez ride springs in the front. For a shackle flip I have ORD's. There's nothing wrong with it though i like the diy4x one better. And dont bother with the swaybar disco's I had them and drove the truck around with it disconnected and it rode fine, so i took the discos off and sold them to someone else. take off the swaybar for good ;)
 
muddermilitia said:
You would be fine with some 4" tuff country ez ride springs in the front. For a shackle flip I have ORD's. There's nothing wrong with it though i like the diy4x one better. And dont bother with the swaybar disco's I had them and drove the truck around with it disconnected and it rode fine, so i took the discos off and sold them to someone else. take off the swaybar for good ;)
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Im thinking I'll take of my sway bar as a start. Im on a budget & thats free-99.:laugh: Someone was selling 52's for like $50, another cheap upgrade. I think that requires new hangers so that may need to wait till I figure that out. You guys are great thanks for all the info.
 
jonathanjay743 said:
Im thinking I'll take of my sway bar as a start. Im on a budget & thats free-99.:laugh: Someone was selling 52's for like $50, another cheap upgrade. I think that requires new hangers so that may need to wait till I figure that out. You guys are great thanks for all the info.
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If you go with 52's you will need to swap to crossover steering.
 
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