Topic: Shackle length with OME Springs?

[R33F]

I recently purchased a 1 gen 4runner,
The PO lifted the truck with OME Dakar springs (Stock Length Springs) however, someone told me the shackles he used are too long.
Should I be using stock length shackles with these springs? This is how the truck sits with the current long shackles.

Thanks

Greg

[OVRAROK]

Looks like you need to cut off rear perches, and move forward a bit, how's the wheel sit in the wheel well opening

[R33F [OP]]

It seems to look just fine, not too far forward or back.

[emsvitil]

The OME springs raise a truck ~2" with stock length shackles.     Another inch with longer shackles. (which are acceptable)

The 4 runner is heavier, so with longer shackles; you're probably at about 2" lift too.

Does it long right height wise?

[emsvitil]

You may want to weld on a tab so the shackles don't fold forward............

[R33F [OP]]

The OME springs raise a truck ~2" with stock length shackles.     Another inch with longer shackles. (which are acceptable)

The 4 runner is heavier, so with longer shackles; you're probably at about 2" lift too.

Does it long right height wise?

Thanks for a fast response!

Not sure what you mean by this,

Does it long right height wise? 

[helipilot77]

That is the exact same setup that I have. I like how it rides. And I have never had my shackles invert.

[OVRAROK]

It seems to look just fine, not too far forward or back.

that's sure is a pertty truck

[R33F [OP]]

Thanks for all the advice, I would like it to sit a little lower. Possibly get narrower tires.
As I get older I find myself on less rocks and more trails and exploration.
Living here in Seattle area give way to lots of lakes and forests to visit.
Looking for a 6ft. flip pac, something like this:




I also just noticed I posted this in the wrong area, maybe the MOD can move it.
I will be more careful in the future.

Greg

[helipilot77]

Well! I didn't know you were in seattle. Why don't you stop by my place sometime and check out my old man emu set-up in person. I have the same truck as you so it will be a nice comparison. I'm in west Seattle.

-Nate

[R33F [OP]]

Well! I didn't know you were in seattle. Why don't you stop by my place sometime and check out my old man emu set-up in person. I have the same struck as you so it will be a nic comparison. I'm in west Seattle.

-Nate

Hey thanks Nate, that would be really cool, I'm in the Northgate area. Just let me know when your free and I will cruise on over. I'll PM you my number.

Greg

[84Flatbed]

A shorter shackle will help with your shackle angle. It will be more laid back.