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2000 blazer rear shackles torque spec??

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Old 11-07-2013 | 11:15 AM
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im putting new leaf spring shackles on in the rear. are there any torque specs on this ?
 
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Old 11-07-2013 | 11:45 AM
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Spec for shackle nuts is 89 Ft/lbs, Do not tighten with the truck in the air. Make sure the full weight of the truck is on them at ride height.
 
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Old 11-07-2013 | 11:51 PM
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thanks I got the dorman replacements oem style I guess. so top and bottom is 89fts with weight on it.
 
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Man I was close, I just put shackles on my truck and guessed 85ft/lbs would be about right. haha, good to know 89 is the spec
 
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