Page 1 of 1
Shackles
Posted: Mon Sep 26, 2011 9:08 pm
by spug
Alright, I found some shackles and they are listed for Astro/Safari '84-'06 but I have an option for 3" or 3.5" and my springs are 2.5' wide! I have a 2000 2wd Astro. Seems weird but are the measurments to the outside of the actual shackle, if so then I am seeing 3". HELP! Need to order asap. Thanks duuudes. Here's the link
http://www.airbagit.com/category-s/2311.htm
Re: Shackles
Posted: Tue Sep 27, 2011 4:20 am
by ihatemybike
I have a 3.5" wide set from them. (Part #:sha-as8400b) I don't think they are specifically designed for the Astro, but they work. To not bend them, I used a M14x2.0 120mm bolt with two washers per side between the leaf and shackle. The bolts are available from Chevy, have to ask for the lower shackle bolts for a Suburban/Tahoe. My dealer quoted under $6 each.
Not sure if the 3.5" is inside or outside measurement. I'll check later.
Re: Shackles
Posted: Tue Sep 27, 2011 11:48 am
by spug
Cool, thanks. What do you have to bend? I just ordered them by the way.
Re: Shackles
Posted: Tue Sep 27, 2011 11:52 am
by ihatemybike
Don't have to bend anything. I used washers and longer bolts to prevent bending the shackles.
Re: Shackles
Posted: Wed Oct 05, 2011 8:05 am
by spug
Got it. Shackles came in today and they look good to me. Lift is goin' on this weekend. Thanks for the input!