CLOSED - Coachbuilder Shackle and Steering Kit GB

Thanks for posting, BDS Made a design change in mid 2010 and went from using the stock OE Outer ties rods (kits built in 07-mid 2010) to using a shorter version (2010 later - 2021 ) so if your kit was recently installed you'll want to use the kit labeled BDS 4.5"-7" Hope this makes sense, if you have any other questions please feel free to reach out. I will say you'll be amazed after installing. Tighter turning radius, no more fluctuation in the toe and ties will not drag while making tight turns. You'll love it!

 

We normally use the 1.25" BORA wheel spacer kit ( on the site ) with the RW wheels. Works great and can def order with other items.

 

We have seen over the years as you mentioned installers over torque the bolts not allowing a clean smooth pivot to take place and will want to confirm the new poly bushings were installed in the rear leaf springs eyelets. Torque spec is 75 ft lbs and can go as low at about 67 ft lbs. Be sure to loosen the upper and lower shackle bolts with the truck on the ground sitting on its own weight. Loosen them just enough you're able to rotate the bolt, then step up on the rear bumper , give it a good bounce and then re torque. this will reset the bushings allowing them to cycle bit easier than before. Let me know if you need any other help dialing in. David 801.635.4872

 

We've had guys run either size with the RXT's. If you'd like to go over in better detail give me a call, Nice setup!

David 801.635.4872

 

Thanks for the interest in our GB Everyone and thank you to memario1214 for the preplanning and coordinating, We are almost there and would love to see this locked in. Please feel free to reach out with any application questions.

 

@memario1214

IN for shackles
+3
Sorry i didnt specify @memario1214

 

I'm IN for the BDS 4.5 - 7 Steering Kit

 

Yes, I have an Icon billet UCA with the delta joint

 

Put me down for a set of the OEM steering kit and a 4 pc. set of 1.25" Bora wheel spacers. I understand there is no discount on the spacers. TY

 

In for steering kit, +2 shackle and one shim. Just got off the phone with David: wasn’t inconvenienced by my questions or by taking a call. Happy to do business with this company.

 

Late night bump...time is running out.

 

I’m in for the +2.

 

This shackle is the best suspension mod you’re gonna make. Everyone on the fence should get in on this. I installed a +1 two years ago and its great!!!!

 

Too much of a risk to invest money and time into something that may work. I love my alignment and if that has to change to make room for something, maybe… then I would be in too deep at that point to find out it will not work.

I just asked if anyone else with my setup has the steering kit

 

I SECOND THIS^^^

 

I’m gonna bring back the rake, baby. Will need a ladder to climb in the tailgate

 

@memario1214 I might want to change to the +3 shackle. Do you need to know that before this closes?

 

Are you a helicopter pilot too?

Because we’re all equally paranoid like this, brother.

 

Definitely not a pilot... just an engineer that has seen a lot of assumptions get me in trouble.

 

Question for the board....

Knowns:
Suspension is Fox 2.5 RR DSC all the way around (~3" lift up front)
ARE HD Bed Cap with roof rack (~225 lbs constant load)
Decked Bed Storage Loaded (~275 lbs constant load)


Of the below options which is the best mated with the my Fox suspension and the constant weight I will have?

1) Icon RXT Leaf Pack
2) Dobinsons HD Leaf Pack
3) AAL with +3 CB Shackle
4) Deaver F85 Mini-Pack with +2 CB Shackle

 

For me, it would be either 1 or 4.

Pass on Dobinsons, they would provide the lift and support though. AAL and +3 would be a bandaid on the pretty meager stock leaf pack.

 

Do you have any plans for future "constant" weight?
You really just need to decide how much rear lift you want with everything loaded in the rear and consider if you want the rear higher than the front when you're all loaded down (ie: “rake” — good for extra load down the road or towing)
Custom leaf pack is also an option (probably the best IMO) it can just get pricey especially with shipping.
Most cost effective option will be expansion pack to your current oem leaf packs and/or CB or other lift shackles.
Also be sure to make sure your rear shocks are rated to accommodate the rear lift you are wanting to add. You could also consider the OME Dakar leaf pack with AAL.

 

Why do you say pass on Dobinsons?

 

You're not on EST so lets at least get the shackles to 40 - put me down for +3's

 

IN for OE Steering Kit. P.s. Happy St. Patty's!

 

@memario1214 Is the group buy still closing today? Any timeframe for us to receive the discount codes?

 

Shhh were almost to 50...