Shackle relocation brackets!! YAY!

[BRIANHO13]

http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii17/AdamDowling/HDORE/e42826d8.jpg?t=1212342550

These will allow you to run a better shackle angle, which will improve your off road capability as well as your on road ride.

These will allow you to lower your upper mounting position by 3 inches (lift would be around 1.5" if you maintain a vertical shackle), and move it forward up to 5". If you want to run longer spring you can simply flip the the shackle bracket.

More pictures can be seen here, http://www.naxja.org/forum/showthread.php?t=955999

If you would like to buy a set they will be $145 to your door for what is shown plus an extra shackle bolt and the two washers and nuts to hold the two pieces together. We are still sourcing the frame inserts, once we find those we will offer them as well (separatly).

Please contact myself or Dirk Pitt (Adam Dowling) for purchasing info.

[BOB]

Adam, sent you a pm

BOB

[BRIANHO13]

ALL ORDERS TO DATE HAVE BEEN SHIPPED.
11 MORE SETS IN STOCK NOW.

[BigWhiteXJ]

Sent a pm

-Art

[smcdonaldaz]

These will allow you to run a better shackle angle, which will improve your off road capability as well as your on road ride.

These will allow you to lower your upper mounting position by 3 inches (lift would be around 1.5" if you maintain a vertical shackle), and move it forward up to 5". If you want to run longer spring you can simply flip the the shackle bracket.

More pictures can be seen here, http://www.naxja.org/forum/showthread.php?t=955999

If you would like to buy a set they will be $130 to your door for what is shown plus an extra shackle bolt and the two washers and nuts to hold the two pieces together. We are still sourcing the frame inserts, once we find those we will offer them as well (separatly).

Please contact myself or Dirk Pitt (Adam Dowling) for purchasing info.

When will you post the winner of your contest? Original post said the 22nd.

[BRIANHO13]

When will you post the winner of your contest? Original post said the 22nd.


http://www.naxja.org/forum/showthread.php?p=243944525#post243944525

[RedHeep]

Very nice pieces. Install pics next month.

[BigWhiteXJ]

Great pieces installed nicely, we are headed out this weekend for a 5 day wheelin trip, we will see how these hold up. I will post up some picks when i get back.

[C85D4x4]

I guess ill post up in here too.....

I Finally got them installed. From only taking it out around the block 1 time, Ill I can say is...........the ride...........is amazingly smooth!!!

I can now push up and down on the corner of my rear bumper and see and feel movement.

Ill let everyone know how well it does next time I take it out on the trail.


Here are some pics of it installed

(Note: I took out the bolts for the frame rail so I can get by trailer hitch back on, and I also loosed the adjustment nuts so I can fine tune the shackle angle this weekend. So no flaming me for installing it wrong or that my shackle angle looks off)

O and sorry for the crapy pics, I will get better 1s once it’s all properly installed and on the trail


http://i258.photobucket.com/albums/hh252/c85d4x4/IMG_0202.jpg
http://i258.photobucket.com/albums/hh252/c85d4x4/IMG_0204.jpg
http://i258.photobucket.com/albums/hh252/c85d4x4/IMG_0205-1.jpg

[proskier101]

i will be getting these soon

[proskier101]

i dont see how you can just flip these to run a longer spring, there is a metal plate that is just below the shakle holes that would apear to be on the wrong side..

[BRIANHO13]

i dont see how you can just flip these to run a longer spring, there is a metal plate that is just below the shakle holes that would apear to be on the wrong side..

The only piece you have to flip to run a longer spring is the lower "U-shapped" piece.

Odds are you wouldn't have to flip the U-shaped piece to run a longer spring unless you are extending your wheelbase. There is a small bit of steel that would have to be trimmed from the unibody to flip the U-shapped piece but trimming would be very minimal (you also might have to clearance the bumper, depending on what you are running).

[C85D4x4]

Flex test updates

http://i258.photobucket.com/albums/hh252/c85d4x4/IMG_0232.jpg
http://i258.photobucket.com/albums/hh252/c85d4x4/IMG_0237.jpg
http://i258.photobucket.com/albums/hh252/c85d4x4/IMG_0235.jpg
http://i258.photobucket.com/albums/hh252/c85d4x4/IMG_0222.jpg
http://i258.photobucket.com/albums/hh252/c85d4x4/IMG_0224.jpg
http://i258.photobucket.com/albums/hh252/c85d4x4/IMG_0230.jpg

[Reaper]

Just ordered a set of these...looking forward to fixing my awful shackle angle.

[BIgDaddyChia]

I may have to order these simply for the fact i snapped a weld no in the sotck shackle location and this may be a safer inexpensive alternative to my jerry rigging job.

[Senior_XJ]

Man,, FAST shipping!!!!! And these things are BEEFY!!!!! I cant wait to get em in!!!!

Thanks guys!!

[dinorl007]

super fast shipping and as everyone has said these things are stout, excellent craftmanship, cant wait to install thabnks again ray

[Mosephus]

I haven't read everything so I might of missed it, but is hardware provided?

[dinorl007]

yes hardware is provided, i have had mine on for a week now and they are an excellent upgrade imo, one of the best things i have doen, the ride and flex is much better than it was will tyr to post some pics if i can figure out how to do it

[C85D4x4]

yes hardware is provided, i have had mine on for a week now and they are an excellent upgrade imo, one of the best things i have doen, the ride and flex is much better than it was will tyr to post some pics if i can figure out how to do it

Use photobucket.com to host them.

If you cant figure it out PM me for my Email and Ill post them up for you.

[tonofclay2]

These things look amazing, what an idea. Has anyone run these with aftermarket shackles? I have the RE shackles that came with my 4.5" kit and wonder how much the lift would be? I hope this means I can cut my 3" blocks in half!! Just like that guy from go.jeep, hdoffroadengineering should create those lower spacers for the front shocks.

[BRIANHO13]

PM SENT

[Mosephus]

Thanks for the great Product! Here is a little write-up I did.

http://rockrunneroffroad.com/blog/

[bcmaxx]

Anyone have a pic of these installed with a trailer hitch? just kinda curious

[C85D4x4]

Anyone have a pic of these installed with a trailer hitch? just kinda curious

There are pics with my hitch on the first page towards the bottom.

[High2by]

I've got a set of these on mine and I must say, they are great!! When I get to that point with my new project, I will have another set. Thanks Brian!!

[besthaticouldo]

these are on my list


how much more lift are they?

[billyjp2]

lift would be around 1.5" if you maintain a vertical shackle

[JNickel101]

um.....ok....brackets or painting....the debate begins....

[kcjeep6]

I received the brackets, they look really nice.
I have a Few questions
How much does this change the pinion angle?
What is the recommended welding procedure?

[BRIANHO13]

I received the brackets, they look really nice.
I have a Few questions
How much does this change the pinion angle?
What is the recommended welding procedure?

NO one has complained about the pinion angle change so I would say not much, MIG is the method I used when installing the sets I have installed.

[planefixer]

I managed to rip the weld nut and quite a bit of metal out on my passenger side shackle box.Needless to say I just ordered a pair.:cheers:

[bcmaxx]

anyone point me towards some install instruculations? there was a write up by mosephus, but its gone now. thanks!

[BRIANHO13]

http://www.naxja.org/forum/showthread.php?t=955999&highlight=RELOCATION+BRACKETS

[HaleYes]

I assisted with an install of these beasty pieces. You will not be dissapointed in these things. Very nice setup and install was simple. Kinda wish I could afford a pair!!!:laugh3:

[Chad29860]

Any type of discount for a multiple order? There are three of us right now and possible more that are fixing to order some.

[BRIANHO13]

Any type of discount for a multiple order? There are three of us right now and possible more that are fixing to order some.

pm sent

[magimerlin]

Brian,
You have a PM and an order coming in. Just payed a few minutes ago. Thank you for a great product...
Jay

[BRIANHO13]

Thanks for the orders guys.

We had to raise the price on these a little, but are still well worth the money.

[bcmaxx]

Thanks for the orders guys.

We had to raise the price on these a little, but are still well worth the money.
well worth it!:worship:

[SnagglePuss]

Is it recommended to use these with longer shackles?

[BRIANHO13]

Is it recommended to use these with longer shackles?


You can use any shackle you want, the longer the shackle the more flex you will get.

[abxjer]

What would be a ballpark price of shipping to Edmonton, Alberta, Canada?

[BRIANHO13]

PM SENT

[magimerlin]

Got mine in the mail other day. Damb these are beefy. Nice product. I will be putting then on this weekend along with longer shackles from RC

[CanMan]

Got mine today, these show up fast. And are beefy.

Thanks again Brian!

[Mullet Man]

ordered on a Wed. showed up on Friday of the same week!:confused1
i didnt think the Postal service could move that fast.

thanks Brian.:patriot:

[Mullet Man]

ordered on a Wed. showed up on Friday of the same week!:confused1
i didnt think the Postal service could move that fast.
brackets are beef!

thanks Brian.:patriot:

[XJfire75]

So if I put a set of these on and put my shackle angle around where it needs to be(45 degree angle correct?) about how much lift would it equal to with the following:

4.5" RC leafs
1.25" shackle
Shackle relocation brackets and shackle set at a good angle

Just trying to make sure my shocks will work if I get these and since my shackles are pointing straight down I think theyll be a great upgrade heh

[BRIANHO13]

Between 5/8-3/4" of lift.

[SnagglePuss]

Figured I'd get these and a set of shackles from RuffStuff.
http://www.ruffstuffspecialties.com/catalog/shackles-c-18.html?osCsid=ad701e576a5f24cc85b9ad744da55991
Which longer shackle do you guys recommend with my 4.5" springs?

[XJfire75]

Between 5/8-3/4" of lift.

K so around 6.5" total. thats where I want it. I'll let you know asap on these. Thanks man.


Anyone running close to the same set-up? About how much lift you at with 4.5" leafs, 1.25" shackles and these brackets?

[BRIANHO13]

Figured I'd get these and a set of shackles from RuffStuff.
http://www.ruffstuffspecialties.com/catalog/shackles-c-18.html?osCsid=ad701e576a5f24cc85b9ad744da55991
Which longer shackle do you guys recommend with my 4.5" springs?
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The longer the shackle you run the more down travel you will get.

[DrMoab]

I "finally" got around to ordering these today...can't wait to fix that saggy bottom.

[Mike1331]

they seem overpriced.

[BRIANHO13]

Its all 1/4" beef, that saves you a bunch of time were you to try to make them yourself, I am sorry you feel they are overpriced.

[Mike1331]

me thinks you should drop it given the current state of economic affairs that surround us...;-)

[CanMan]

Well worth the money.

[bcmaxx]

they seem overpriced.
or your cheap!

[Los Lobos]

or your cheap!

Of course, what would you expect from an XJ owner. That's why R & D is so limited for new product, everybody want's stuff for free. You design it and someone else copies it.

This isn't aimed at anyone specifically but is a reality for XJ owners.

[Los Lobos]

Oh and thanks Brian! Product looks great and I about fell over as fast as it got here.

[chpmnsws6]

I've got mine and couldn't be happier! I actually mounted hooks up while putting them in to hold the relocator in place (since I don't have a rear hitch)

Between these 1/4 inch plates and the extra large washers, there should be no issues pulling someone (or myself) out of the muck

[DrMoab]

I always think it's funny when someone says something like a product like this being over priced.

Could I build a set like that myself? Sure. Might cost me $30 bucks in material to do it.

Now, lets see....

I go get the $30 bucks of metal to make them. Take several measurements, run down to my buddies house since I don't have a welder and tack it together. Throw it up in there and damn... Looks like I measured wrong.

Take it all apart and start over again.

Now I am at $60 bucks worth of metal, a half of tank of gas to get back and forth to the metal store and the buddies house. $10 bucks for beer for the buddy.

Now I have killed at least 6 hours of my time. Since I make about $28 an hour thats

$60 for metal
$30 for gas
$10 for beer
and $168 of my time.

Nope sorry I'm still well ahead of the game and by supporting our vendors I am helping to keep someone employed in this time of economic uncertainty. :D

[XJfire75]

Well said Dr.Moab. Heck I work at a machine shop, have a welder and the material but not the time. And I only get paid $9.50. But I'm still going to get some of these because it's helping our forum and a few guys keep a job. And I'm too lazy after working with metal and welders all day to do my own crap LOL...

[Mike1331]

yeah yeah, don't get all your panties in a bunch. I'm just cheap, i'm sure i'll end up buying a set.

[DrMoab]

Got them in the mail and on the Jeep tonight. It's great to see the saggy ass syndrome gone.

The very best surprise putting these on was the fact that I was running Rocky Road removable mud flaps. The bracket that holds the mud flaps on interfered with the front edge of the shackle box but the very front adjustment hole for the shackle happens to be the same diameter and sit almost exactly in the same place as the mud flap bracket did. All I had to do was re drill a hole about 1/4 inch further out on the mud flap holder and it fit perfectly!

Very very happy with this product.

[mitsumotors]

what is a desirable shackle angle? mine are almost straight up and down but the bottom is a little further towards the rear of the jeep. I am interested in getting these but don't want more than 3/4" lift from them. is this possible?

[Los Lobos]

45 degrees would be nice.

I got mine installed the other day and a definate improvement in ride over the perpendicular shackle.

[BRIANHO13]

what is a desirable shackle angle? mine are almost straight up and down but the bottom is a little further towards the rear of the jeep. I am interested in getting these but don't want more than 3/4" lift from them. is this possible?

Depending on the shackle you are running you get between 3/4-1" of lift @ 45 degrees which is the ideal angle.

[CanMan]

I am interested in getting these but don't want more than 3/4" lift from them. is this possible?

I did a set on a rig and got 1 1/4" lift with a 45 degree angle.

[SnagglePuss]

I did a set on a rig and got 1 1/4" lift with a 45 degree angle.

With the same shackles?

[CanMan]

With the same shackles?

Yup.

[Ba-Riedo]

I did a set on a rig and got 1 1/4" lift with a 45 degree angle.

The ride is way better after this too...:cheers:

-Alex

[justin_502]

Im up too high in the rear as is, im running stock shackles in the stock spot. 4.5 re springs are sitting at 6.25 lol for over a year! I dont want to go higher! but my shackles are hitting the frame in the back from the longer leaf. If put it at a 45* angle and used another hole for the shackle is there any way to use this to bring the rear end down?

[BRIANHO13]

You can take a leaf or two out of each pack to lower it down a little.

[89xjgrey]

Will these work in conjunction with a factory hitch? Are the three holes large enough to accept the factory hitch bolts? Also, are they in stock and would the hitch mount below or above the relocation brackets? Thanks...

[BRIANHO13]

hitch would be below, yes the holes would fit the bolts. And yes they are in stock and ready to ship.

[unclethumbtack]

When I started building my jeep, everybody wanted me to do a 4-link in the rear. I decided to stick with leaves and run the shackle relocation from the hdoffroad guys. here is a video that shows how the back works with the kit. Starting at about the 1:27 mark of the video. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Or3JPW6KCSA

[POLAR_JEEP_04]

ordered a set for myself and two other club members today I cant wait!

[89xjgrey]

I can't wait for mine either!

[89xjgrey]

Figured I'd post a few pics of mine in action!

http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x55/empireoffroad/Wellsville%2005242009/P5240452.jpg

http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x55/empireoffroad/Wellsville%2005242009/P5240453.jpg

[justin_502]

hitch would be below, yes the holes would fit the bolts. And yes they are in stock and ready to ship.


So you do not need to remove the factory tow hitch to get these on? I need to order a set up. Im in the process of moving this weekend so next week ill put in a order.

[BRIANHO13]

These mount between the hitch and the "frame", so the hitch will have to be 1/4" lower.

[a1racer]

i am going to have to order some of these soon.

[FishyXJ]

check your PM

[michel3372]

Can they be used for every lift you have or do they have their limits for a maximum lift?

Because when i see the pictures i can imagine that they do great for a 4.5 or 6 inch lift max but if you have a bigger lift like the leafs from big offroad they can give problems when you flex or not? I think that the drop will be enormous when you have a big lift. Does somebody have suggestions? Could you get some driveline problems when you flex too the max with a big lift and relocation brackets?

Hope somebody could help me because i like those bracket a lot.

[BRIANHO13]

As long as you are running an xj shcakle you shouldn't have any problems running these.

[kcjeep6]

OK I need to speak up here; I noticed several issues when I installed these brackets.
I was running 4.5 RE springs, RE boomerangs with 1.5” of blocks. When I installed the relocations brackets I went to RE 5.5 springs, removed 1’ of blocks and set my shackles at 45*.
I am very pleased with the outcome and would recommend this mod to everyone. Although my pinion angle now is too high and when I measurer my shock mounts the forward or passenger side is an inch shorter than the driver side. When you lower the rear of a spring it will rotate the pinion up and change your shock mounting lengths it’s just plan geometry.
This is a great kit just be aware you may need to adjust your pinion angle and relocate your lower shock mounts.

[BRIANHO13]

Thanks for the positive feedback, everyone please keep in mind anytime you change the rear suspension it might be necesary to shim your pinion.

[FlexdXJ]

Thanks for the positive feedback, everyone please keep in mind anytime you change the rear suspension it might be necesary to shim your pinion.

Hey brain how much height do these add to the suspension exactly? I may want to throw these on my rig in the future.

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[BRIANHO13]

Depending on the angle you pick and the length of the shackle used its .75-1.5 inches.

[FlexdXJ]

Depending on the angle you pick and the length of the shackle used its .75-1.5 inches.

Cool thanks man!

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[WTNFDXJ]

OK I need to speak up here; I noticed several issues when I installed these brackets.
I was running 4.5 RE springs, RE boomerangs with 1.5” of blocks. When I installed the relocations brackets I went to RE 5.5 springs, removed 1’ of blocks and set my shackles at 45*.
I am very pleased with the outcome and would recommend this mod to everyone. Although my pinion angle now is too high and when I measurer my shock mounts the forward or passenger side is an inch shorter than the driver side. When you lower the rear of a spring it will rotate the pinion up and change your shock mounting lengths it’s just plan geometry.
This is a great kit just be aware you may need to adjust your pinion angle and relocate your lower shock mounts.


has anyone else had this problem im really thinking of buying a pair

[BRIANHO13]

This is the first person I have seen that actually had a problem with the pinion angle.

[Los Lobos]

My pinion angle has increased from this. I have zero problems related to this bracket and my pinion angle. My problem was I let a company weld on my spring perches(before i got my welder) and the fella measured it in a parking lot with a slope and didn't adjust it and I didn't say anything. That being said I still have no issues with it.

[justin_502]

I ordered up a set a few days ago, I hope it rides better in the rear now, My angle sucks!

[hoover]

Do these just bolt in or do I need a welder?

[BRIANHO13]

PM sent on the question above, thanks for all the orders guys.

[justin_502]

Finally got around to installing these, I was worried about putting the rear up too much. It somehow leveled it out! my angle went from 90* to 35*. Before the back sat up WAY higher then the front. With the angle at 35* it leveled it out. Hey Brianho13, what would the con be running the 35* instead of the 45*? Would that do the anti squat more? Im at about 6.5- 7" in the rear and was running a 10 inch travel shock. Now it is holding me back what looks to be 3-4 inches of travel! Im not sure yet to get the bilsterin 5150s like up front in the 12" or would that not be enough up travel? Hard to take a compressed measurement, springs are stiff

[BRIANHO13]

35 will just give you a tad less down travel. Not sure I can answer the rest of your questions hopefuly someone else with a similar setup will chime in.

[High2by]

At 35* wouldn't you have less up travel? You would actually gain more down travel from static load over the 45*. Or am I goofed up???

I think the squat would be the same unless you bottom the shackle out. Changing the shackle angle doesn't change the spring load rate. Right?

When you say holding you back 3-4" is that down or up travel? I would think up travel but not sure.

[FitchVA]

another satisfied customer :thumbup:

shackle angle before:

http://fitchva.com/jeep/gallery1/albums/album126/IMG_1366.jpg


after:

http://fitchva.com/jeep/gallery1/albums/album126/IMG_1414.jpg

[ExTankerGuy]

You should try it one hole forward...

[xxmidianxx]

You should try it one hole forward...


Ok I can't help it...

That's what she said.

[BRIANHO13]

Ok I can't help it...

That's what she said.
:shhh::clap:

[BRIANHO13]

On sale now, 2 weeks only.

[XJ=Fun]

how much they on sale for?

[BRIANHO13]

$135 shipped, 20 off regular price.

[x2elite]

Any discount for ordering both sets of stiffeners, and the relocators all at the same time?

[BRIANHO13]

PM SENT.

[Built2Flex]

I ordered some and they were delivered in less than a week! They are stout, really heavy duty. I can't wait to install. Thanks Brian.

[Kevin3151]

I ordered some and they were delivered in less than a week! They are stout, really heavy duty. I can't wait to install. Thanks Brian.

I also just got some after ordering just a couple days ago. Beefy looking things, I too am installing this weekend I think.

Thanks!

KH

[HaleYes]

Bump for this one.
Got mine ordered.
Hoping to have them installed next week.

[flyingbrick]

so do i have to plate the outside of my shackle box still or do these alone allow me to drop my shackle?

[BRIANHO13]

so do i have to plate the outside of my shackle box still or do these alone allow me to drop my shackle?

They are the plates that go around your shackle box and the new mounts.

[RlCHARD CRANlUM]

Great product!!!

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m265/RlCHARD-CRANlUM/IMG_2674.jpg

[flyingbrick]

HOLY CRAP
got these in the mail today and the lady at the package center almost had a hernia
these things are BEEFY,
photos don't do them justice

[-96JeepSpeed-]

On sale again any time soon???!

[BRIANHO13]

No planned anytime soon....

[Mtb Jak]

:us:weld em!

They are sexy and i towed a uhaul across country with no problem!! abused the hell out of them out here!! Great product! They improve ride and I can assure you towing was not affected!!

http://hphotos-snc1.fbcdn.net/hs147.snc1/5451_1135610195159_1374450182_30413413_39982_n.jpg

http://hphotos-snc1.fbcdn.net/hs127.snc1/5451_1135609795149_1374450182_30413403_218756_n.jp g

Check out that shackle angle! hasta


the drop is great!

http://photos-e.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs132.snc1/5651_1119099782409_1374450182_30370131_3131010_n.j pg

Good product!

[MaxxXJ]

if i didnt have 234893457348 things in line to buy i'd get me a set of these =/ i sprayed pb blaster on my bolts for a long time to get the top shackle mount to come free without breaking now im in a delimma on stock shackles with a relocation bracket OR boomerang shackles with stock brackets... or... fab up my own brackets and buy some aftermarket shackles...

[FlexdXJ]

if i didnt have 234893457348 things in line to buy i'd get me a set of these =/ i sprayed pb blaster on my bolts for a long time to get the top shackle mount to come free without breaking now im in a delimma on stock shackles with a relocation bracket OR boomerang shackles with stock brackets... or... fab up my own brackets and buy some aftermarket shackles...

Just buy These. Brian's boxes take all the guess work out of it!

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[rockin ron]

finally decided this had to be the fix i need! Got them in the mail today and they are stout, can`t wait to get em on. I have longer Alcan springs on and the shackles are beatin up the back of shackle box, this should be great when done. Box arrived broke open by USPS but I guess I got it all? I will post pics when done.

[DeftwillP]

Can these be installed with lengthened shackles maintaining the same ride height? I'm already happy with the current ride height and don't want to gain any lift. I've seen where you can lift anywhere between 1 to 3 inches. I don't want any lift really.

[BRIANHO13]

They can be used with any shackle, depending on the angle you set your shackle at the minimum lift is around 3/4" but you can always pull a leaf out of your pack and lower it that way if your springs sit too high.

[MaxxXJ]

my flex is OK right now with my stock shackles and bastard back, idk how this relocation will help me if im still on stock shackles... i'd be happy with 3/4" in the rear, but if i dont get any more flex out of my rear... then its wasted money yanno?

ok i think one of my main reasons im lacking a little bit of flex is i am sitting at 4 inches and my shocks are from my old 2" lift with 3" pro comp lift shocks.

this is what i got now.
how it sits.
http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e88/sik05civic/jeep%20pics/IMG_0426-1.jpg

full stuff rear (it wont compress any more)
http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e88/sik05civic/jeep%20pics/IMG_0433.jpg
fully extended before a tire gets light off the ground.(you can see where the pass. front and driver rear's started spinning from lack of traction.)
http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e88/sik05civic/jeep%20pics/IMG_0432.jpg


in the near future im going to relocate the rear bottom shock bolt to the center of the axle so the shock length in the rear will be fixed BUT idk how flex will be effected.

[MaxxXJ]

sorry fully extended and it wont let me edit my post
http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e88/sik05civic/jeep%20pics/IMG_0432.jpg

[Mosephus]

Or I might suggest stock shackles if your running longer shackles.

[MaxxXJ]

Or I might suggest stock shackles if your running longer shackles.

im running stock shackles with a stock XJ main leaf with 89 dodge dakota lowers.

[Justpunchit]

Just got these bad boys in first off it was shipped lighting fast and these look great!!!

[FlexdXJ]

I just got a set for mine. Got them for a REALLY good price that starts with 0! :D

[91to99]

just wondering if these will go on sale anytime soon and how long they will take to get to slc... i am missing my jeep which i have only had for 3 weeks and need to fix my oops (broken weld nut:cry:).

[BRIANHO13]

No sales planned anytime soon, But if you order today you will have them by the weekend.

[Stout96XJ]

just ordered a pair tonight! when do you think theyll be at my door:dunce:

[BRIANHO13]

Probably Friday (Saturday at the latest), I would try to get them there earlier but you ordered to late:D.

[RedHeep]

Shameless plug for a great product.

You can't climb it if you can't keep all the wheels down.


http://redheep.net/images/Jeep/WF010/DSCF3057.jpg

[Stout96XJ]

just got them today. these things are pure beef!

[BRIANHO13]

Enter "EASTER" at checkout for 10% off, valid today and tomorrow only(4/3 and 4/4).

[$700later]

i plan on buying these toward the end of summer when i will be doing some other work to my jeep. they aren't going off the market anytime soon are they? i just bought a house so funds are pretty tight at the moment.

[BRIANHO13]

Not going anywhere anytime soon. Look forward to the order.

[woody431]

Hey Brian, just ordered my brackets. Already have the stiffeners. Can't wait for another great product, thanks!

[woody431]

Just got my brackets today, great craftmanship. Cant wait to install them, thanks for another great transaction Brian.

[MaxxXJ]

sooo... im bringing this back cuz i got questions, i have 4" of lift from my leafs on stock shackles, will the stock shackles work with your lift or what can i do to keep my lift height and maybe a set of longer/boomerang shackles? my jeep rides super stiff and i'd like more flex in the rear but not totally lose my load capacity...

[BRIANHO13]

sooo... im bringing this back cuz i got questions, i have 4" of lift from my leafs on stock shackles, will the stock shackles work with your lift or what can i do to keep my lift height and maybe a set of longer/boomerang shackles? my jeep rides super stiff and i'd like more flex in the rear but not totally lose my load capacity...

Yes they work with stock shackles and you will get 3/4-1" of lift. Your ride will be greatly improved.

[XJCasper]

Bumping this one to the top, so I don't forget to order for Christmas

[el_roy1985]

I would love to get this. Unfortunately, I don't want anymore lift. I already need to get the front up a little more to match the rear. Guess I'll have to figure something out that will move the shackle mount back and not down. Looks like a great product though, wish it would work for me.

[BRIANHO13]

On sale month of December $125 to your door.

[BRIANHO13]

Order by Tuesday and they should be there in time for Christmas.

Thanks for all the orders.

[rweaver138]

My girlfriend ordered me a set for Christmas, she let me have a sneak peek at them yesterday and let me say these things are BEEF!

can't wait to get them on

[praetorian]

I got me some!

[XJCasper]

ME TOO

[twodoorXJ]

Just ordered mine :)

[BRIANHO13]

Don't let this deal miss you.

[T to the B]

I picked up a used set of these and some Teraflex shackles. They certainly look bomb-proof. I was kinda skeptical about the ride quality because I know how much internet-hype can be generated about stuff. After a few days on some faimiliar streets, I must say the ride certainly increased. The crossing/transitioning over bumps and obstacles was the biggest notice was.

They're currently just bolted in, but will weld on when I get the opportunity.

Is it odd that I didn't hafta cut/modify my OE shackle pocket? I see where everybody snips theres up and what not, but I just put the brackets up and tapped it on home with the 4lb hammer then shot the bolt through.

[Geo Fry]

Just ordered a pair of these off your website. Is today the last day for the $20 discount?

[BRIANHO13]

The sale will go on for another day or two.

[justanotherjeepr]

Installed a set of these today. Fantastic product!

Not for the faint of heart! Lots of cutting and massaging the stock shackle boxes. Gained 1.5" of height and about 3" of droop - and a considerable improvement in the ride.

Tack welded the upper bracket to the frame and have (3) 2"x1/2" bolts through the brackets and into the 2x4's which have nuts welded inside. Toward the end of the 2x4's, there is another bolt. I may add another one in this area at the bottom as well.

The driver's side 2x4 is notched to clear the gas tank filler tubes.

Bumper was mounted below the frame with 2"x1.5" angle iron welded to the bumper. Cut that off and stuck 3/16" wall 2x4's 16" into the frame and welded it to the bumper. Planning to put 2-3 bolts through the side of the frame per side after I do the cut and fold.

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d96/carlsaiyed/JeepMods/2011-03-05192020.jpg

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d96/carlsaiyed/JeepMods/2011-03-05191937.jpg

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d96/carlsaiyed/JeepMods/2011-03-05191953.jpg

[whitexj98]

Installed a set of these today. Fantastic product!

Not for the faint of heart! Lots of cutting and massaging the stock shackle boxes. Gained 1.5" of height and about 3" of droop - and a considerable improvement in the ride.

Tack welded the upper bracket to the frame and have (3) 2"x1/2" bolts through the brackets and into the 2x4's which have nuts welded inside. Toward the end of the 2x4's, there is another bolt. I may add another one in this area at the bottom as well.

The driver's side 2x4 is notched to clear the gas tank filler tubes.

Bumper was mounted below the frame with 2"x1.5" angle iron welded to the bumper. Cut that off and stuck 3/16" wall 2x4's 16" into the frame and welded it to the bumper. Planning to put 2-3 bolts through the side of the frame per side after I do the cut and fold.

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d96/carlsaiyed/JeepMods/2011-03-05192020.jpg

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d96/carlsaiyed/JeepMods/2011-03-05191937.jpg

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d96/carlsaiyed/JeepMods/2011-03-05191953.jpg

Mine required no massaging or cutting of the stock shackel boxes :dunno:

[justanotherjeepr]

Mine required no massaging or cutting of the stock shackel boxes :dunno:

I don't see how its possible to install them without modifying the shackle box. It flares out around the lower perimeter of the box and in mine case was too low. Maybe your boxes were already cut or maybe they were different.

Either way thats cool though.


Do you guys normally put a crush sleeve in the stock shackle box before bolting the outer box on? I did but was curious if that was typical practice or not.

[T to the B]

Maybe I installed mine wrong? Mine went INSIDE the OE shackle box. Oh well, been workin' fine for months now.

[justanotherjeepr]

I was under the impression these went outside the factory box. Maybe I installed them wrong?

[Kevin3151]

Maybe look at the pictures instead of posting mindless things?

KH

[praetorian]

I installed mine on the outside of the OE shackle box and had to cut it up a bit to get it to fit. I did use some galvanized pipe as a crush sleeve. I didn't weld the new boxes to the body but I did weld the two pieces together.

[justanotherjeepr]

Maybe look at the pictures instead of posting mindless things?

KH

Thanks - I did read several threads on this and looked at a lot of pictures. Everyone I saw did it on the outside but sometimes you just never know.

[T to the B]

:rattle: I guess i'm the odd-ball. Well, maybe if i'm bored one day i'll take'em out and re-do them, but I see no point in doing so if they're not causing me any problems.

[justanotherjeepr]

I haven't seen this anywhere so here's a comparison showing droop before and after

Here are two showing the rear at full droop before the shackle boxes.
http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d96/carlsaiyed/TJ_Flares1.jpg

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d96/carlsaiyed/DSCI0175.jpg


Here's a good one showing the (lack of) droop on the passenger's side
http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d96/carlsaiyed/82209-7Mile/DSCI0145.jpg

Here's a good shot showing the driver's side droop now:
http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d96/carlsaiyed/JeepMods/ShackleBoxes/2011-03-07151057.jpg

Here's the XJ after the boxes. Too high in the rear.
http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d96/carlsaiyed/JeepMods/ShackleBoxes/2011-03-07150430.jpg

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d96/carlsaiyed/JeepMods/ShackleBoxes/2011-03-07150450.jpg

Some more poser flex shots:
(you can see the wife's WJ with 2" lift in this one!
http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d96/carlsaiyed/JeepMods/ShackleBoxes/2011-03-07151114.jpg

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d96/carlsaiyed/JeepMods/ShackleBoxes/2011-03-07152430.jpg

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d96/carlsaiyed/JeepMods/ShackleBoxes/2011-03-07152445.jpg

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d96/carlsaiyed/JeepMods/ShackleBoxes/2011-03-07151036.jpg

Added a 1.5" of lift to the front

After extra lift in the front.
http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d96/carlsaiyed/JeepMods/ShackleBoxes/2011-03-07152636.jpg

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d96/carlsaiyed/JeepMods/ShackleBoxes/2011-03-07152656.jpg

[ExTankerGuy]

Looks like you need to go one more hole forward. :D

[justanotherjeepr]

Looks like you need to go one more hole forward. :D

You don't think that would be too far forward and cause me to bottom out on the shackles? I guess there's only one way to find out..

[87manche]

You don't think that would be too far forward and cause me to bottom out on the shackles? I guess there's only one way to find out..

that's what bumpstops are for.

[gorillaxj]

I got mine! great quality. very happy with my purchase. perfect answer to leveling out the back and better shackle angle.

[WheelsUp]

Just got these installed.

Before:
http://i658.photobucket.com/albums/uu306/krotor/Jeepin/IMG-20110328-00189.jpg

After:
http://i658.photobucket.com/albums/uu306/krotor/Jeepin/IMG-20110404-00216.jpg

I'm running 3" leafs and 1½" shackles, and the brackets added about an inch.

[rweaver138]

finally got these things installed and they are very beefy! there were a couple fitment issues, but nothing a quick hit with a grinder could't take care of.

overall i have to say its a great product, made my shackle angle 10x better, and rides noticeably smoother on the road.

great product!

[ktm racer 419]

finally got these things installed and they are very beefy! there were a couple fitment issues, but nothing a quick hit with a grinder could't take care of.

overall i have to say its a great product, made my shackle angle 10x better, and rides noticeably smoother on the road.

great product!

your jeep pretty much just sucked. missing sheet metal and whatnot

[nuke]

Quick question, I'm sitting exactly where I want to in the back end right now. So, I have a couple options to correct the lift a set of these may bring. (In the mail now)

Option 1:
Currently running 1.5" extended shackles in the rear. I could go back to the stock shackle.

or

Option 2:
I could remove a leaf from my Bastard Pack...

Thoughts?

[MaxxXJ]

Quick question, I'm sitting exactly where I want to in the back end right now. So, I have a couple options to correct the lift a set of these may bring. (In the mail now)

Option 1:
Currently running 1.5" extended shackles in the rear. I could go back to the stock shackle.

or

Option 2:
I could remove a leaf from my Bastard Pack...

Thoughts?

From my experience bastard packs have been known to ride pretty stiff, so if it were me I would remove a leaf and keep the shackle for more flex. That's just me thou.

On the other side if you carry a lot of gear it could make your ride to soft.

[nuke]

Hmm...one side done, went from 21.5" to 22" center hub to fender. I won't have to do anything. :D