Re: Post axle flip shock mounts
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Originally Posted by BlueJeep
What is everyone doing for shock mounts after an axle flip? I'm almost ready to do a notch in my suburban (which it badly needs), and I'm going to build extended shock mounts too. Does everyone do the bolt-on extender? I'm thinking I'll either cut the original ones off and make new ones that weld to the axle, or I'll modify the ubolt plates to mount the shocks off of them.
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If you have the ability & equipment to weld your own stuff, I'd go that route. When I did my 74swb, I used the aftermarket kit extension brackets that bolted to the OE housing brackets. Never cared for that arrangement. To help the process, I usually search for online pre-fabbed brackets & pick the one that best fits my needs. That's how I did my Square-body Duallys carrier bearing set-up as well.
In your case, I would also see if there's a possibility of raising the upper mount @ the same time. That way you can set-up your upper/lower mounting points for best travel length, angles & convenience.
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