RE lift blocks

[bordn168]

I am looking at getting the rearend of my XJ up a little more. I was looking at the Rubicon Express 1.5" and 2" blocks. The other thing I was looking at was their lift shackles. I know that the blocks would be easier to install but which has more draw backs? Also how long of u-bolts would I need if I'm running a Dana 35?

thanks

[MaXJohnson]

If you go with longer shackles, you'd need a 4" longer one to achieve 2" of lift. With 2" lift blocks, you likely have spring wrap problems leading to early fatigue failure of your leafs.

How about a little of each; 2" longer shackle and 1" block?

[bordn168]

The blocks I was looking at are tappered, if the tapper isn't enough I could always just put a shim in there. According to RE, the shacles will give 1.25" of lift.

[OT]

Rusty's sells 1.5" lift shackles. I run 'em. Good quality item.:)

[crimsonride]

Originally posted by bordn168
The blocks I was looking at are tappered, if the tapper isn't enough I could always just put a shim in there. According to RE, the shacles will give 1.25" of lift.

Unless you absolutely have to it's not a good idea to use a shim and a block at the same time. You're better off to grind a little off the block to get more degree.

[Jump This]

Just forget the blocks....your better off with an entire leaf pack or an AAL. Just the plain truth here.

[crimsonride]

Originally posted by Jump This
Just forget the blocks....your better off with an entire leaf pack or an AAL. Just the plain truth here.

True, true, I've been trying to use 1.5" blocks but the problem is they're prone to cracking, it's worth the $ to just get new packs.

[xjennyj]

When would you start to run into trouble with ride (cushion) as you add leafs to the rear..I have a 3.5" aal, and want to go 2" higher..add a leaf or shackle?

**sorry for hijacking your post..just wanna get some more insight.:cool:

[Speed_racer]

Just save up, and get leaf packs, You dont have to worry about saggin in 6 months, such less of a PITA!