method for lifting rear after torsion twist

[FHfirefighter]

I've decided to lift my '97 sport using the torsion twist method I read about on this website. From what I understand, there are 3 different choices for lifting the rear: shackles, long add-a-leafs, and short add-a-leafs. If this is correct, I was wondering what you guy's opinions are about which method is best. Also, is there any reason that this wouldn't work on a '97 sport?thanks!

 

[jasonb]

add-a-leafs will make the ride more stiff. shackles don't really change ride, but they stick out a little.
you have a mono-leaf so a normal add-a-leaf won't work. i think there is one made for mono-leaf setups.. but i'm not sure. you can put a 4dr leaf pack in (many members have done it) to help out as well. any year will fit.

do a seach on those topics and you will find a LOT of info on them. more than i can tell you right here anyway!

btw... welcome to the site

 

[Nate1]

Yes, it wouldn't work originally, shackles exluded (I believe)
2nd gen sports have mono-leafs... a single 3" wide tapered leaf... as opposed to 4 door leafs, 2.5" leafs in a pack.
Switching to 4dr leafs may even net you some nominal lift... but for AALs you have to do it anyways.

 

[Nate1]

Damn you jason... too quick on the keys for me

 

[jasonb]

nate..

 

[SiLenZe]

anyone know what size the bolts are holding those U brackets on? and what tools do you guys recomend for taking them off?

 

[FHfirefighter]

thanks for the advice. i figured this info was probably out there but i didnt realize you could search past topics. after doing that i've decided to go with the shackles, becuase of price.

 

[SiLenZe]

the nuts holding the u-bolts on need an 18mm socket