moving spring hangers

[bigwhite4x4]

has anyone moved the spring hangers under the frame to get more lift on the bronco 2's. the same set up as an explorer just spring over. i was thinking of doing this i was told if the springs are closer together you get more flex plus i think i would get about 6in of lift without having to by springs.

 

[85_Ranger4x4]

Moving the springs farther in would increase the flex... and bodyroll on the street.

 

[TheCiscoKid]

They would also hang down below the frame, tending to get caught on things... It would be simpler to install a lift shackle or (forgive me) blocks

 

[redneckracerx]

I was also looking into this...

I have a set of stock exploder front mounts that look like they would fit perfect. I'm just kinda stumped for the rear. The frame is not boxed and I would like to know the best way to install a "typical" H-style shackle.

Discuss

 

[bigwhite4x4]

I was also looking into this...

I have a set of stock exploder front mounts that look like they would fit perfect. I'm just kinda stumped for the rear. The frame is not boxed and I would like to know the best way to install a "typical" H-style shackle.

Discuss

i was going to use something like this for the rear http://www.ruffstuffspecialties.com/catalog/standard-shackle-hanger-p-182.html

 

[redneckracerx]

Do you think that the c-channel frame is sturdy enough to hold up to mounting a shackle like that? Maybe a removable crossmember that would also protect the gas tank?

 

[bigwhite4x4]

well if you are doing it on a bronco 2 there is a cross member in front and behind the gas tank and it has a skid plate i think it will be plenty strong im just going to weld it on.

Do you think that the c-channel frame is sturdy enough to hold up to mounting a shackle like that? Maybe a removable crossmember that would also protect the gas tank?

 

[redneckracerx]

If you do it Don't forget pics

 

[bigwhite4x4]

will do