What size shackles should I use?

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Jun 2, 2011 | 05:14 PM

forrestj87

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From: Charleston

Year: 1999

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0

What size shackles should I use?

I recently lifted my jeep with a Rough Country 3" lift. Aparently the ad a leaf that came with the kit only ads 2.5". My jeep is a little lower in the back was wondering what size shackles I should use on the leaf springs. Should I use a 1" 1.5" or a 2"?

Jun 3, 2011 | 07:25 AM

Skunkape

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From: Maryville Tennessee

Year: 1995

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0 L

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Originally Posted by forrestj87

Depends on how much lower in the back.Measure from the center of the wheel to the fender flare(if you have them) stock is about 17".And go from there.1/2 or even an 1" higher in the back wont hurt because your add a leaf is gonna sag over time anyway
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Jun 3, 2011 | 07:59 AM

SeriousOffroad

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This one:
http://www.seriousoffroadproducts.co...ducts_id=77862

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The extended length and boomerang design allows full compression and extension of the leaf springs, in addition to increasing rear ride height by approximately 1".