2000bluexj
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As we all know, the shackle angle on a cherokee sucks after we lift. It points straight towards the ground. This does not help fles in any way shape or form. So i started reading. found some people that have relocated their shackle mount down and forward a bit for a better angle. Not bad, but i didnt really want to fab anything to do this as my welding isnt good enought for me to trust it on my suspension. I also reafd about people using longer springs. F150 springs work but again you have to relocate the front mount. Then i found a thread about using dodge van leaf springs. According to general spring and my trusty tape measure they are exaclty the same distance from the front eye to the centerpin as the cherokee. Not that exciting huh? Well the good part is they are about 2.5 inches longer from the center pin to the rear eye than the cherokee. Well, this increase in length will remedie my problem with my shackle angle and is a bolt in solution. I wen searching and yesterday found a pair from a 96 dodge 2500 van, so i called to let them know i would come get them. I got the springs today and took them apart. They are sitting on the bench waiting for me to get to work. My current springs are 3.5" inch rubicon express springs that came in the lift kit. My plan is to swap both main springs to get that ideal shackle angle which will help in ride and flex. Then tune the pack for what i want after i reinstall it. I dont have pictures now, but will get some sat when i work on it some more. Stay Tuned......