{"product_id":"f250-f350-2-leaf-spring-shackles-1987-98","title":"DJM Suspension F350 2 inch Rear Lowering Shackle - 1987-1997 Ford F-Series","description":"\u003ch3\u003eF250\/F350 Rear 2\" Leaf Spring Lowering Shackle Kit (1987–98)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEliminate that factory \"stink bug\" stance with this \u003cstrong\u003e2\" Rear Lowering Shackle Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e for 1987–1998 Ford F250\/F350 trucks. A proven solution in the sport truck world, these DJM shackles offer a clean, simple way to lower the rear end without major modifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvides a true \u003cstrong\u003e2\" rear drop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintains factory ride quality\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBolt-on installation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible with \u003cstrong\u003e1987–1998 Ford F250\/F350\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDurable powder-coated finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for leveling out your stance or pairing with front drop components for a sportier look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeed this formatted for a product listing or combined with front drop options?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c!-- mceItemMediaService_youtube:{\u0026quot;id\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;nSlbVaLn4gs\u0026quot;,\u0026quot;width\u0026quot;:440,\u0026quot;height\u0026quot;:330} --\u003e\u003c!-- do not directly edit this HTML, it will be overwritten by the mediaservice plugin --\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/nSlbVaLn4gs?fs=1\" height=\"330\" width=\"440\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c!-- \/mceItemMediaService --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eJACKING, SUPPORTING AND PREPARING THE VEHICLE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e1. Open the hardware kit and remove all of the contents. Refer to the part list (Page 3) to verify that all\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eparts are present.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e2. Park the vehicle on a smooth, level concrete or seasoned asphalt surface and activate the parking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003ebrake. Block the FRONT wheels of the vehicle with appropriate wheel chocks; making sure the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003evehicle’s transmission is in 1st gear (manual) or “Park” (automatic).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e3. Using a properly rated floor jack, lift the REAR wheels of the vehicle off the ground. Place support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003estands, rated for the vehicle’s weight, and in the factory specified locations. Refer to the vehicle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eOwner’s Manual. Prior to lowering the vehicle onto the stands, make sure the supports will securely\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003econtact the chassis.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eIt is very important that the vehicle is properly supported during this installation to prevent personal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003einjury and chassis damage! Make sure that the supports stands are properly placed prior to\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eperforming the following procedures. We DO NOT RECOMMEND using wheel ramps while\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eperforming this installation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e4. Slowly lower the vehicle onto the stands and, before placing the vehicle’s entire weight on them, again\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003echeck that they properly and securely contact the chassis as described above.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e5. Check for possible interference with any lines, wires, cables, or other easily damaged components.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eSHACKLE INSTALLATION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e1. Block the front wheel and raise the back of the truck. Place jack stands under the frame just ahead of\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003ethe front spring hangers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e2. Position the rear end with a floor jack so there is no pressure on the leaf springs at the rear shackles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eRemove the spring eyebolts from the shackle and remove it from the leaf spring. CAUTION: Leaf\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003esprings are under tension, use caution when disconnecting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e3. Lift the rear of the spring up and place the new shackle on the spring. Make sure you put the spring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eeyebolt in from the inside out so the threads are toward the outside.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e4. Lower the shackle into position, into the stock hanger on the frame and slide the spring eyebolt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003ethrough the spring into place. (Photo 3) Raise the truck with the floor jack just until the truck lifts off the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003estands. Now tighten the four spring eyebolts on the shackles. Remove the jack stands carefully and\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003elower the truck to the ground. Your installation is now complete.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eAll hardware being fastened to the vehicle’s original fastening points should be torqued to the proper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003especifications. To prevent chassis damage, never over-torque the hardware.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e6. Check that all components and fasteners have been properly installed, tightened and torqued.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e7. Check brake hoses, and other components for any possible interference.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e8. Lift vehicle and remove support stands. Carefully lower vehicle to ground.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e9. Immediately test-drive the vehicle in a remote location so that you can become accustomed to the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003erevised driving characteristics and handling. Be aware that the vehicle will handle substantially\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003edifferent now that it has been modified.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e10. Installation is complete. Check all of the hardware and re-torque at intervals for the first 10, 100, 1000\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003emiles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DJM Suspension","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50436091871518,"sku":"SH1015-2","price":156.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0679\/7171\/1262\/files\/IMG_1214_d0212545-c3f1-45d8-843f-bdc4b43096eb.jpg?v=1780368756","url":"https:\/\/platinumhpsolutions.myshopify.com\/products\/f250-f350-2-leaf-spring-shackles-1987-98","provider":"Platinum High Performance Solutions, LLC.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}