2
8
. Remove the shackle plate from the nut side of the shackle.
[FIGURE 2]
9
. Remove the shackle from the inside of the frame rail. This may require removal of the spare tire.
10
. Lift the factory spring out being careful to not damage brake lines, hoses, and ABS wires. Two people are recommended, as leaf
springs are very heavy.
If adjusting the RXT spring configuration:
A
. Remove the front clip bolts and rear clip using a 9/16”.
B
. Clamp the pack on both sides of the center pin.
C
. Use locking pliers to hold the head of the center pin and remove the nut using a 9/16”.
D
. Carefully release the clamps from the spring pack. Use caution, as the pack may still have tension upon release.
E
. Remove the top two leafs from the spring pack.
F
. Configure the spring pack as desired from the available options.
G
. You can either replace the 3rd leaf with the additional leaf, or add the additional leaf between spring #2 and #3.
FIG.2
OPTION #1
(UNLOADED)
OPTION #2
(UNLOADED)
OPTION #3
(UNLOADED)