Shackle reversal or not?

[thewagonmasternc]

Im putting FS axles under a YJ ,with a spring over,opinions on a reversal or not?it will be driven on the highway and trails,thanx

 

[336wheeler]

I'd say go for the reversal because you won't get as many bent springs that way, but you have to drop your spring hangers down a ways or either french in your shackles in the frame so that you can get the right pinion angle.

 

[Erik]

on road it would have better driving characteristics but offroad you will suffer

you're choice... decide what's more important.

 

[336wheeler]

Also true. I personally have not done a shackle reversal because I don't think it's necessary.

 

[thewagonmasternc]

Ive heard it both ways,thanx for your input

 

[jdubb]

Makes for smoother ride on trails and ability to bump obstacles with front more. Also opens a can of worms like driveshaft slipping out, axle walk, clearance to fenders, etc. Trailer queens don't bother.