Differences in rear shackles

[Bullitt427]

Just got done doing an AAL in the rear and 2" spring in front and I want an additional 1-2" in the rear so the extended rear shackle seems to be the way to go.

However, I am seeing different years all across the board for what shackles fit what.

I am seeing 83-97, 83-89, 83-01, 95-01 etc...???

I have an 87 4X4 and the most common shackle I am coming across (especially eBay) 94-99 rear 4X4.

Will those work on the rear of my truck?

Thanks
Josh

 

[bilzy7]

Long as you have 2.5 inch leaves bell techs aren't bad.

 

[59bisquik]

I have used the Belltech 6400's and bent them. I plan on upgrading to the Teraflex YJ lift shackles. They are made from 1/4". They look alot more stout than the Belltech and are also bolt ons.

 

[bilzy7]

Ya belltech is meant for lowering.. Lol. You probably did some rough off roading withem. Kits made by camburg for flip shackles but don't know if that's the route you wanna go.

 

[59bisquik]

Lol. You probably did some rough off roading withem.

I would never do anything like that! I just cruise around at the mall and flex out on speed bumps!