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Old Jan 6, 2012 | 10:37 AM
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That is the pros and cons with using 4.5 inch springs and 2" shackles vs a full 6.5 spring pack?
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Old Jan 6, 2012 | 11:49 AM
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Full pack is going to ride rougher.
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Old Jan 6, 2012 | 12:20 PM
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use a shackle relocation bracket on your 4.5" springs, and whichever shackle length that gets you where you want to be with the correct angle.
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Old Jan 6, 2012 | 12:27 PM
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Originally Posted by Donnie_K
use a shackle relocation bracket on your 4.5" springs, and whichever shackle length that gets you where you want to be with the correct angle.
This will ride the best too
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Old Jan 6, 2012 | 06:35 PM
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Will a pack be stronger say for towing though?
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