Ironman New product Testing!! XJ 1" lift Pivot shackles
06-22-2010, 08:39 PM
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Ironman New product Testing!! XJ 1" lift Pivot shackles
http://www.ironman4x4fab.com/testpromo.html
84-2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ "Stress Relief" 1" lift Greasable Pivot Shackles
84-2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ "Stress Relief" 1" lift Greasable Pivot Shackles
$99.00 shipped test dummy promo!
I have 5 pairs of my new “Stress Relief” Shackles available for testing I want some real world Feedback on the function and drivability. I encourage use more for trail rigs than daily drivers.
http://www.ironman4x4fab.com/testpromo.html
http://www.ironman4x4fab.com/testpromo.html
· -Have a unique pivot above leaf spring mount to releive the twist in the leaf during articulation.
· -Increases wheel travel and articulation.
· -Does not allow dangerous "unloading" of suspension as found in revolving type shackles.
· -Made entrirely from heavy materials.
· -Heavy durometer Poly for rigidity and lasting quality.
· -All fittings have grease fittings for easy maintanence.
· -Durable black light texture powder coat.
· -Grade 8 Hardware.
99.00 shipped for test dummy promo
5 pair Available for testing.
View test dummy section of Website to purchase
Last edited by ironmanandy; 06-22-2010 at 11:15 PM. Reason: adding info
06-23-2010, 03:34 PM
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They simply allow the axle to droop and tuck more because the back end of the leaf does not have any resistance given by a standard shackle.
Its not a huge difference but I noticed more traction through twisty terrain and better rear articulation. It was also smoother.
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Its not a huge difference but I noticed more traction through twisty terrain and better rear articulation. It was also smoother.
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06-23-2010, 06:09 PM
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Not sure how those work, looks like the middle joint pivots to make the springs twist? I guess I'm not sure how you would get more droop out of the axle though. Enlighten me!
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Hey Andy, what's the total length from hole to hole? It looks HUGE in picture.
06-23-2010, 07:22 PM
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Think of how an adjustable control arm with a flex joint works. It allows the arm to twist more without binding the bushings and stressing the CA brackets. This basically does the same thing. Less resistance and binding equals better flex. At least that's how I see them working.
Hey Andy, what's the total length from hole to hole? It looks HUGE in picture.
Hey Andy, what's the total length from hole to hole? It looks HUGE in picture.
06-23-2010, 08:25 PM
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Its more of a torsional relief. I already took mine off and gave them to a buddy to try out or I would have gone out and took some pics. when one side drops it twists the spring towards the dropping side. The stock shackle and front leaf eyelet keep it from twisting. This just allows more twist. Its the same reason Alcan puts a flex joint in leaf spring Eyelets.
This isn't the end all be all for a flexy rear end but it definitely makes a difference.
This isn't the end all be all for a flexy rear end but it definitely makes a difference.
06-25-2010, 12:08 AM
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2" longer than stock. I don't know the exact measurement I can spec it tomorrow at the shop I think the standard I have been using is about 5.375" But Ill double check
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