The $600 1988 Ranger project. A semi-serious race truck build.

[BBR]

Sawed the truck in half again. haha.

 

[BBR]

Shackles finally arrived! When the springs are loaded, they are almost flat. That puts the shackle at a backward angle up closer to the frame. I believe this will work in my favor to allow plenty of rear extension.

 

[SenorNoob]

Isn't straight up frowned upon because of the potential to invert if you ever catch air? (Not likely on this build but...)

 

[alwaysFlOoReD]

Isn't straight up frowned upon because of the potential to invert if you ever catch air? (Not likely on this build but...)

I've never heard that. I dont think it would happen because the shackle is not loose on the bolts. IMO; The rubber inside acts like a torsion bar and makes the shackle want to move back into original position when unloaded.