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DMP
03-13-09, 02:28 AM
You think these shackles will bolt right on? http://www.diy4x.com/suspension.htm

Thanks.

87wildside
03-13-09, 06:49 AM
Nope.
The bushing is in the frame and in the leaf springs in our trucks.
Why do you want shackles? With the S10 frame design they can only lift it.
I can't see any benefit in changing them.

Slacker1357
03-13-09, 09:13 AM
I put some Cknaffle Shackles on my blazer. They lifted the rear about 1.5"
My rear end aint saggin no more. I dont have the money to replace a set of leaf springs that may not solve the problem.

DMP
03-13-09, 11:10 PM
Nope.
The bushing is in the frame and in the leaf springs in our trucks.
Why do you want shackles? With the S10 frame design they can only lift it.
I can't see any benefit in changing them.

Why do I want shackles? Just another thing for me to replace. lol But if its only going to lift it, then forget it.

Slacker1357
03-14-09, 12:15 AM
Well, if your shackles are smashed or your rear end is sagging like alot of blazers like mine, shackles are a good choice. Im doin' just fine.