DIY: Middle Leaf Removal Lowering

Discussion in 'Suspension/Chassis' started by phatmitzu, Jul 31, 2008.

  1. ShoNuff

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    it might be you need to bend the brake proportioning valve rod a bit to get it correct again.


    as the axl gets closer to the frame the rod opens the proportioning valve to give more power to the rear brakes.
     
  2. phatmitzu

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    Which part is that? The valve rod.

    Thanks.
     
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    LOL, I just cut that rod so it is 2" long and zip tied it up to the top.
     
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    meh on frenching them in


    I would just run slider shackle that is what I plan to do they work very well

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    How is the ride?
     
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