Rear leaf springs

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  1. mywifeisawesome

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    Hi everyone. I'm going to replace my rear leaf springs and i've been wondering what hangars/shackles to get? I've seen some cars where you can really see the shackle and some that are tucked up in. Are those that hang down longer or just a different brand? I'd like to get the back to sit up a little.
     
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    New springs will probably sit it up w/o those long shackles. Long shackles are harmful to vehicle handling.
     
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    You do NOT want long shackles. They will tear up your car and ruin your new springs.
     
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    Wow. Thanks alot guys. I did not know about those long shackles. Thanks again for the heads up!
     
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    Unless they're damaged, you should re-use your stock shackles. Install new rubber bushings on them.
    New leafsprings should come with new front eye bushings.
     
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    Ok, thanks for the info guys. Very helpful. Thanks for the heads up Larry I was going to order shackles from Autokrafters.
     
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    I made my own shackles 3/4" longer than stock just to give it a little lift but not stick out.
     
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