What is a shackle flip?

[jeff l]

I am sure this is a stupid question; but this is my 1st truck I am rebuilding, and I am hearing a lot about shackle flips.

Thanks, Jeff

 

[bp71k5]

Without any pictures, it's more difficult to explain, but if you look at the rear suspension of your truck, the leaf spring is connected to a small hinged bracket near the back of the truck) In a stock truck, the leaf spring holds this bracket under tension. A shackle flip rotates the bracket ~180 degrees around so it's under compression. The reason for doing this is to give you a nice amount of lift (~4") without having to get new springs which would make the ride rougher, or add any blocks. If you look at the truck, it's pretty easy to see what I mean. Also, take a look at the tech articles section on here, it explains the installation.

I got one from ORD (Off Road Design) and it worked great.

 

[dremu]

I am sure this is a stupid question; but this is my 1st truck I am rebuilding, and I am hearing a lot about shackle flips.

Thanks, Jeff

Home made:

http://coloradok5.com/shackleflip.shtml

ORD's:

http://www.offroaddesign.com/catalog/shacklekit.htm

DIY4x's:

http://www.diy4x.com/suspension.htm

Varying levels of explanation along with the pix.

-- A

 

[southernspeed]

As stated above plus on a personal note, I've just done mine and my rear suspension is now much more flexible and reacts faster than before. I have the stock original springs still but you more movement, more easily...if that makes sense?

 

[randy88k5]

Got a picture for ya

This is when I did mine...

 

[ryanstrucking]

heres a pic of mine.
Cheers

 

[jeff l]

I see thanks a lot for yall's help
Jeff