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Old 09-04-2014, 09:42 PM
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S there any 2in lift rear shackle kits?
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Yea I'm sure there is.
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Yea I'm sure there is.
know of any brands? I was looking at Canuck motor sports they have 1.5lift
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A quick google search found me this
Amazon.com: Maxtrac Suspension (713120) 2" Rear Lift Shackle for Ford F-150: Automotive Amazon.com: Maxtrac Suspension (713120) 2" Rear Lift Shackle for Ford F-150: Automotive
Dont know how reliable this is. Doesnt say much for info
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A quick google search found me this Video Link: http://www.amazon.com/Maxtrac-Suspension-713120-Shackle-F-150/dp/B00D3XUDTO Dont know how reliable this is. Doesnt say much for info
thats 2004-2012
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Originally Posted by Fordguy911
thats 2004-2012
My bad, didnt see that tiny description at the bottom when I initially looked at it!
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Originally Posted by CDIESEL
My bad, didnt see that tiny description at the bottom when I initially looked at it!
almost did same thing earlier lol
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1.5" - 1.75" is the max on these trucks. You can only make the shackle so short.
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Originally Posted by greenheadkiller98
1.5" - 1.75" is the max on these trucks. You can only make the shackle so short.
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I would advise against lift shackles if you haul anything with some weight. It will cause the springs to bind earlier, along will increase in spring wrap.
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