New Hill 4x4 front shackles - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

rustyg · 08-03-2004, 04:04 PM

Got my front shackles installed with ord's greasable bushings, im moving on to the rears, I'll get some pics up when I'm done.

CHEVYJEFF · 08-03-2004, 04:29 PM

Are you not going to run a sway bar and disconnects?

1969 GMC · 08-03-2004, 04:40 PM

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Originally Posted by CHEVYJEFF

Are you not going to run a sway bar and disconnects?

4x4's did not have sway bars pre 73, if that is what you mean

Destructo · 08-03-2004, 09:15 PM

sway bars are pointless on a 4x4, unless stock, lifted I wouldn't even bother. I took mine off when I had 4" lift and it made no difference other than allowing me some more flex in the front.

*1FaastC10* · 08-03-2004, 10:16 PM

what advantages do those shackles offer over stock? are they longer? looks to me like more of a hinderance than anything. they're tied together which takes away flex, and that shackle angle is most definitely going to give you a rough ride.

rustyg · 08-03-2004, 11:11 PM

Advantages? They're longer and stronger. Have you seen OEM's ? I'm trying to build a super dependable trail rig so any potential problems that I address now is important to me. I don't like to be ''that guy'' broke down, especially if preventive actions could have changed the outcome. I've personally seen stock Chevy shackles fail. Yes there may be a slight compromise in flex, but the fact that all is greasable will aid flex. The "shackle angle'' is more or less same as the stock shackles. The pinion angle is more affected, but that is addressed with shims.

drink2mny · 08-04-2004, 01:09 AM

I went with these 2 years ago on my '86. They are stronger and more dependable..
I beat the piss out of my blazer.. just check "the add your 4x4 " post..

*1FaastC10* · 08-04-2004, 01:35 AM

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Originally Posted by rustyg

I'm trying to build a super dependable trail rig so any potential problems that I address now is important to me. I don't like to be ''that guy'' broke down, especially if preventive actions could have changed the outcome.

same here, i'm gooing to use 3/8" flat stock to make my own. standard shackles are 4" and 89-91 K5 shackles (as well as ORD greasables) are 4.5". mine will be somewhere in the neighborhood of 7.25" and will use a modified mounting point in the frame for a better angle. not only will it improve my flex off road, but will improve my ride on road by making my springs feel softer than they are.

for a little more info and some pics...
http://coloradok5.com/forums/showfla...l/fpart/1/vc/1

08-03-2004, 04:04 PM	#1
rustyg Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Gap-Pa. Posts: 186	New Hill 4x4 front shackles Got my front shackles installed with ord's greasable bushings, im moving on to the rears, I'll get some pics up when I'm done. Attached Images __________________ 71 k10 swb 72 k5 72 Burb 4x4 72 GMC Burb 4x4

08-03-2004, 04:29 PM	#2
CHEVYJEFF Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: WYLIE TEXAS Posts: 232	Are you not going to run a sway bar and disconnects? __________________ http://members.cardomain.com/chevyjeff 57 2 DOOR HDTP 82 CORVETTE 90 V10 BLAZER 97 REGAL LSR 2100 (BOAT)

08-03-2004, 09:15 PM	#4
Destructo Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Lewisville, NC Posts: 1,836	sway bars are pointless on a 4x4, unless stock, lifted I wouldn't even bother. I took mine off when I had 4" lift and it made no difference other than allowing me some more flex in the front. __________________ 1985 Scottsdale Shortbed 4x4 Stout 350 with some "upgrades"-700r4-33x12.5" Mud Tires, Warn 8274-50 winch. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado Regular Cab 2wd 4-banger, 5 speed, Street Pack with 3.73 axle.

08-03-2004, 11:11 PM	#6
rustyg Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Gap-Pa. Posts: 186	Advantages? They're longer and stronger. Have you seen OEM's ? I'm trying to build a super dependable trail rig so any potential problems that I address now is important to me. I don't like to be ''that guy'' broke down, especially if preventive actions could have changed the outcome. I've personally seen stock Chevy shackles fail. Yes there may be a slight compromise in flex, but the fact that all is greasable will aid flex. The "shackle angle'' is more or less same as the stock shackles. The pinion angle is more affected, but that is addressed with shims. __________________ 71 k10 swb 72 k5 72 Burb 4x4 72 GMC Burb 4x4

08-04-2004, 01:09 AM	#7
drink2mny Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: spokane wa Posts: 2,189	I went with these 2 years ago on my '86. They are stronger and more dependable.. I beat the piss out of my blazer.. just check "the add your 4x4 " post.. __________________ Support The Board

08-03-2004, 10:16 PM	#5
1FaastC10 Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Elkhart, IN Posts: 6,399	what advantages do those shackles offer over stock? are they longer? looks to me like more of a hinderance than anything. they're tied together which takes away flex, and that shackle angle is most definitely going to give you a rough ride.



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