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Shackle reversal on 45 ute??

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Shackle reversal on 45 ute??

Post by Bearded1 »

My son is considering doing a shackle reversal on the front of his 45 ute (which really means I'll end up doing it). my question is will he gain much by doing this?
I'd rather be biologically honest, than politically correct.
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Re: Shackle reversal on 45 ute??

Post by vk7ybi »

Apart from the slightly increased clearance, no.
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Re: Shackle reversal on 45 ute??

Post by MrGrim »

big difff in braking and smoother handling

have a search there are a couple of articles that explain it in detail
71 fj40 front shackle reversal +3" , 55 rear springs +3", 35 15.5 claws , 60 diff's 4wheel disc's , SOON TO BE WINDSOR V8 + 5 speed
74 fj40 stock but very clean
84 bj40 3b stock and unloved
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Re: Shackle reversal on 45 ute??

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Re: Shackle reversal on 45 ute??

Post by Bearded1 »

Thanks fella's, looks like it's staying as is.
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