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Old 05-03-2008, 10:40 AM   #31 (permalink)
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why are shackles better than lifting with a block? i've been hearing the exact opposite....
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Old 05-03-2008, 11:15 AM   #32 (permalink)
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why are shackles better than lifting with a block? i've been hearing the exact opposite....
Well we've talked about this before on another post and since then I've done some research and found that there is more bad things to say about blocks than shackles. Blocks apply a lot of force to the leafs and will cause spring wrap and or sagging. Shackles are a little like a body lift in the rear and will do less damage if any.
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I have to agree with DEZ on that point as well for the same reason he stated !
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Old 05-04-2008, 11:23 AM   #34 (permalink)
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You might lose some flex with that shackle, because it will be shorter.
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Old 05-04-2008, 11:40 AM   #35 (permalink)
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You might lose some flex with that shackle, because it will be shorter.
I believe you're right, that is if the leaf eye needs to stretch beyond the stock position to meet the shackle.
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Old 05-23-2008, 10:13 PM   #36 (permalink)
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Well we've talked about this before on another post and since then I've done some research and found that there is more bad things to say about blocks than shackles. Blocks apply a lot of force to the leafs and will cause spring wrap and or sagging. Shackles are a little like a body lift in the rear and will do less damage if any.

Man, I have always heard the exact opposite.
Axle wrap is caused by the use of shackles because they change the geometry and pressure put on the leafs and cause them to flatten out. This weakens the leafs allowing them to flex backwards and the axle to wrap.

Blocks won't cause that. They just lift the leaf up and the same pressure/tension is on them as from the factory.

I wouldn't use shackles without also useing an add a leaf to strengthen up the leaf and keep it curved upward.

Is somthing different on the Tundra?? I know I am new here and always looking to learn.
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Old 06-02-2008, 02:02 PM   #37 (permalink)
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if i put 3 inch blocks in the back with this kit would i have to get new shocks in the back also?
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if i put 3 inch blocks in the back with this kit would i have to get new shocks in the back also?
Negative!
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it wont give me a crappy ride or anything with those shocks streched out like that?
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it wont give me a crappy ride or anything with those shocks streched out like that?
No man shocks are made to stretch out like that, it's called rebound. Besides its only another 3" right?
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yeah only 3 inches in the back cause i've noticed the truck rides nose high with this kit and 2 inches in the back
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has anyone got this kit yet?
and pics if so!
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dropped my truck off yesterday to get this 4 inch kit in the front and 3 inch blocks in the back and 35's. im supposed to pick it up this afternoon.
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watch your CV's!!!!
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watch your CV's!!!!
I have a 2wd. i wouldn't recommend this kit for a 4wd
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