6.5 full leaf vs 4.5 full leaf + 1.5 shackles
12-02-2010, 07:44 PM
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6.5 full leaf vs 4.5 full leaf + 1.5 shackles
I was wondering what would be the difference in these set ups if any. Looking forward to your answers.
12-02-2010, 08:04 PM
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accordingly the 4.5" leaf with shackle will flex better.
the 6.5" leafs are longer than the 4.5" so when compressed if you don't have a longer shackle to take up that length they will bottom out before they compress all the way.
the 6.5" leafs are longer than the 4.5" so when compressed if you don't have a longer shackle to take up that length they will bottom out before they compress all the way.
12-03-2010, 02:11 AM
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if you install the 6.5 leafs ,in the future when you decide to lift more, all you have to do is by the shackles .With the 4.5 and shackles you will have to buy the 6.5 leafe any way ,that to me is a waist of money
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actually there are other options besides buying the 6.5 leafs. they do make 3"+ lift shackles and theres always shackle relocation brackets to get it at a better angle. all of these increase lift.
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