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Old 09-12-2018, 10:22 PM   #1
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How to lower rear after 4” shackle/hangar drop

Hi all,
Had a 2/4 drop, now have a 4.5/4 drop. Would like to lower rear 1”-2” more, any ideas how?

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Old 09-13-2018, 07:54 AM   #2
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Re: How to lower rear after 4” shackle/hangar drop

Easiest way would be to go back to factory hangers and shackles, then do an axle flip.
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Old 09-13-2018, 09:08 AM   #3
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Re: How to lower rear after 4” shackle/hangar drop

^^^ what he said

or you could remove a leaf or two
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Re: How to lower rear after 4” shackle/hangar drop

That’s what I thought. I read mixed reports on if I need a C notch or not, is it necessary?
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Old 09-14-2018, 03:38 PM   #5
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Re: How to lower rear after 4” shackle/hangar drop

You can also de-arch the leafs, or buy lowered leafs.
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Old 09-14-2018, 03:45 PM   #6
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Re: How to lower rear after 4” shackle/hangar drop

You will want to C notch if the rear end is slamming up against the frame.
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Old 09-17-2018, 12:31 PM   #7
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Re: How to lower rear after 4” shackle/hangar drop

Thanks all!
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Old 09-25-2018, 02:14 AM   #8
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Re: How to lower rear after 4” shackle/hangar drop

I had 6" drop an didn't need a notch but if you plan to tow or haul stuff you will need one
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Old 09-25-2018, 12:24 PM   #9
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Re: How to lower rear after 4” shackle/hangar drop

After doing a shackle/hanger drop years ago...then wanting to go lower, I took it all back out and did a flip. I would never recommend a shackle/hanger drop to anyone...just because it locks you in to that drop for the most part. With a flip, its easier to install and gives you more options to go lower in the future if you decide to.
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Old 09-30-2018, 05:26 PM   #10
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Re: How to lower rear after 4” shackle/hangar drop

Thanks bigblock, I think I may take the overload spring out and put bags in later. IDK, we will see what I do.
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