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snj8198 · 01-06-2012, 03:30 PM

Thanks Larry, I suspected the flip with 56" springs would yield a better ride but as others are wondering here I didn't want to lose load capacity as this is a daily driver and working truck. I've seen them installed but don't have first hand experience with ride quality. I'm collecting parts for a 3 spring 52" swap on the front and the rear will be a 5 spring 56" with overloads and a shackle flip.

01-06-2012, 03:30 PM	#12
snj8198 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Star Valley, WY Posts: 2,038	Re: Will shackle flip affect towing capacity? Thanks Larry, I suspected the flip with 56" springs would yield a better ride but as others are wondering here I didn't want to lose load capacity as this is a daily driver and working truck. I've seen them installed but don't have first hand experience with ride quality. I'm collecting parts for a 3 spring 52" swap on the front and the rear will be a 5 spring 56" with overloads and a shackle flip. __________________ Steve 1971 GMC Longbox. Full Roller Stroker 489 w/ FiTech EFI, Chris Straub Cam/NV4500/205/D60/14B w. Grizzly Locker and 4.11's. 2" Lift on 33's Last edited by snj8198; 01-06-2012 at 03:42 PM.