Shackles/add A Leaf Help! Save Me Money!

[OGWhiteRob216]

I just bought some 31's and before I put on, i want to do the tt and rear end lift so I dont have to get 2 alignments. I got the tt figured out, but i'm no mechanic and i'm not finding much info on the shackles lift. What are the cheapest parts I can buy to do this? and is my only option this 2" max lift for rear??? please help, after this is done I just need a paint job and my truck is good to go.:navajo:

 

[techieman33]

get the warrior shackles the part number is war153 the cheapest place to get them is tellico4x4.com

 

[btimm86]

if you want to save money get the shackles from autozone. they are 13 bucks for the pair hahahah. I run them and they are fine, just buy a few extra grade 8 bolts to put through a free hole (one thats doesn't restrict the shackles swing) or weld one there if you have the time and welder access. Get some nylock nuts to hold them on. I forgot to use nylocks or threadlocker, still haven't changed them :\ you will only get about 2 inches with the shackles but thats all you need bc thats all you can get in the front.

 

[OGWhiteRob216]

I'll get the cheap ones and have some one install for me, i'll also get a couple grade 8 bolts. One quick question and I can start asap, If I get the tt today and my 31's on, can i go get a alignment? or will i have to get another alignment after i change the shackles???
and is it safe to drive on highway for 30 miles back home before i get the alignment???

 

[IZwack]

You dont need to get two alignments because shackles and bigger tires dont need an alignment -- you only need alignment when you do the TT. So it doesnt really matter what the order is. And the rear axle can not be 'aligned' -- its either straight or its bent (which would need to be replaced).

 

[OGWhiteRob216]

Thanks man, Im gonna go do the tt with my cousin, is it cool to drive 30 miles at 70 mph before i get a alignment after tt?

 

[btimm86]

dude i still haven't gotten mine aligned and its been like 3 months. i prob only put 1500 miles on it though. the wear isn't noticeable yet, i dont care about my bald ass tires anyways. its nice knowing your gonna replace them soon.