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Shackle questions - 1/26/2008 3:53:59 PM    Zasder Posts: 552 Joined: 2/13/2007 From: My computer? Status: offline I got my shackles in and I started to install them but things didnt go to well So heres my questions...(I bought Jiggs shackles) - one side is longer than the other...  ===|==  like that...which side goes up? the longer side right? or does it really not matter? - also when installing, I lift from the frame to release the load on leafs...then just support the axle while removing the shackles? I dont want to do this wrong and release the shackle when the load is still on the leaf and have to go to the emergency room/ -How do I remove the top bolts (2 door, 4x4 2000) ... Just reach up there? Or do i have to remove the gas tank? - Also since it will be lifted 2 inchs does the driveshaft become a worry? < Message edited by Zasder -- 1/26/2008 4:05:58 PM > _____________________________ 2000 Blazer 4x4 2dr \Almost blacked out "The greatest sadness is realizing you finally fallen for someone who used to love you." Post #: 1

RE: Shackle questions - 1/26/2008 4:24:51 PM    YepIOwnA97Blazer Posts: 105 Joined: 10/25/2007 From: Michigan Status: offline http://trailtamer.myphotoalbum.com/view_photo.php?set_albumName=album06&id=CIMG2951 http://www.zr2usa.com/mboard/index.php?showtopic=14200 _____________________________ 1997 Blazer LT 4x4x4dr (in reply to Zasder) Post #: 2

RE: Shackle questions - 1/26/2008 4:37:20 PM    Zasder Posts: 552 Joined: 2/13/2007 From: My computer? Status: offline Very nice! I had the same exact lift points! but at our shop the master mechanic told me to stop becuase Im going to loose my arm because the spring will snap back! WTF! _____________________________ 2000 Blazer 4x4 2dr \Almost blacked out "The greatest sadness is realizing you finally fallen for someone who used to love you." (in reply to YepIOwnA97Blazer) Post #: 3

RE: Shackle questions - 1/26/2008 5:15:29 PM    Blazin_Jason Posts: 1067 Joined: 5/17/2006 From: Van Isl, B.C. Status: offline Oh so you must work at a dealership :P _____________________________ 85 S10 Blazer 4x4, 2 door, undergoing 350 swap, 3" BL, 33''''s 89 Jimmy 4x4, 2 door, 4.3/auto (in reply to Zasder) Post #: 4

RE: Shackle questions - 1/26/2008 5:17:47 PM    Zasder Posts: 552 Joined: 2/13/2007 From: My computer? Status: offline Goodyear  _____________________________ 2000 Blazer 4x4 2dr \Almost blacked out "The greatest sadness is realizing you finally fallen for someone who used to love you." (in reply to Blazin_Jason) Post #: 5

RE: Shackle questions - 1/28/2008 6:54:24 PM    navyblue_sk8er Posts: 112 Joined: 12/28/2007 Status: offline I have a 2001 2dr 4x4 and you can get the top shackle bolts out without dropping the gas tank. If anything you will only have to remove the plastic shroud around the gas tank. As for the driveshaft you have nothing to worry about,  it'll be fine. The shorter side of the shackle should go to the bottom. At least thats how I installed it according to my suspension lift instructions. (in reply to Zasder) Post #: 6

RE: Shackle questions - 1/28/2008 6:59:38 PM    Zasder Posts: 552 Joined: 2/13/2007 From: My computer? Status: offline Hey thanks man, they were installed yesterday :) My a$$ end is hanging up 2 inches higher, but I cant crank the T-bars, cuz they are already sagging and its a whole mess...hahaa _____________________________ 2000 Blazer 4x4 2dr \Almost blacked out "The greatest sadness is realizing you finally fallen for someone who used to love you." (in reply to navyblue_sk8er) Post #: 7

RE: Shackle questions - 1/28/2008 7:54:03 PM    cliro Posts: 1209 Joined: 10/11/2007 From: Calgary, AB Status: offline  pics.. _____________________________ 2004 GMC Jimmy 4x4, 2dr. metallic cherry red. .net instead of .com (better) (in reply to Zasder) Post #: 8

RE: Shackle questions - 1/28/2008 8:07:42 PM    navyblue_sk8er Posts: 112 Joined: 12/28/2007 Status: offline So why did you install shackles in the back if you can't crank the T-bars? Were you intentionally going for a high rear end look? Get some pics up soon. (in reply to Zasder) Post #: 9

RE: Shackle questions - 1/29/2008 7:56:07 AM    blazinblack   Posts: 58 Joined: 2/14/2007 From: minnesota Status: offline where did you get the lift shackles from and how much were they? (in reply to navyblue_sk8er) Post #: 10

RE: Shackle questions - 1/29/2008 4:37:25 PM    Zasder Posts: 552 Joined: 2/13/2007 From: My computer? Status: offline I got them from Jiggs site and theres a pic in the offroad section of it lifted. _____________________________ 2000 Blazer 4x4 2dr \Almost blacked out "The greatest sadness is realizing you finally fallen for someone who used to love you." (in reply to blazinblack) Post #: 11

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