I also found this site, i know a lot of people don't use the torsion keys but for those interested in seeing this here is a link i found

http://www.totalperformanceonline.co.../30/100-14-2DD

 

Okay, so the shackle bolts need to be cleaned off and re-greased. And the holes they go in need to be cleaned out too. Correct?

 

Yeah, basically. Just clean as much gunk out of them. being where they are salt, snow, mud and dirt all go tossed up back there.

Its really not to bad, Some would suggest changing your bolts while they're off but i'm still using my same old bolts and i haven't had any issues. Some people just like to replace things while they can.

 

Yes, but it it ain't broke, don't fix it.

 

Yeah true enough. But this is more "if it aint bad dont replace it." lol If this is even a quote? I might be the first one saying this. well probably not but w/e.

Good luck on the lift when you attempt it. If you run into problems let us know a lot of us have done this lift if not, we know how to do it. (feels good to finally say i know somethin lol) my auto mechanics are not so great

 

The auto-zone shackles worked great. Just needed some washes in between on the top. Pretty easy to do. This was my first time doing a lift. I did use all new bolts also. I just have this habit of replacing old worn out things with new shiny things. Total cost was about $55-60.

If you have a hitch remove that first, but remove the spare tire before the hitch. Also check the air in your spare

1. Jack up frame(use jackstands)
2. Take off tire
3. Put jack under leafs(just incase)
4. Bang out bolts and take off old shackles
5. I used a bottle jack and wood inbetween the leaf springs and frame so I could get everything in position.
6. Bolt up new shackles. (I did leaf side first then uppers)
7. I did both sides first then tightened everything snug
8. Drive then do torsion bars. (torsion bars are VERY straightforward. I just jacked one wheel off the ground a little)
9. Enjoy your new lift

Pictures and hardware list to come.


Hardware

4x 9/16 5inch Bolts #12 thread
4x 9/16 nuts
20x 9/16 washers

All grade 8

 

Okay, so Hydra said i need a 4wheel alignment. How out of wack will things be with a 2" increase? Is it necessary to have it done?

 

Just take it down to the shop and tell them to do a free alignment check and ask for the paper the machine prints out, that will tell you how off everything is. It shouldn't be too off if your D was aligned with it leveled.

 

So you're saying if i let it slide for now then it shouldn't destroy my rubber as long as it was aligned before the lift.

 

You used 20 washers?