Cruisertrash
Rising Sun Member
The shackle reversal takes some dialing in but works great when you get there. The “kit” that’s available for sale is probably not worth it since right off the bat the springs are wrong - they all need to be 1-2” longer. It’s also easier on 85+ 60s with the front drive shaft that has a single u-joint at the top & bottom. On the early trucks with a double cardan at the top, the driveshaft wants the pinion in line with the shaft, which is the opposite tilt you want for good caster. So either cut & turn the front axle housing, or get a later driveshaft and notch the crossmember.I've seen several shackle reversals on 40s but never one on a 60 before. And yeah, working on your back is WORK.
Overall it drives and tracks great, is much more comfortable on the road, and flexes like crazy on the trail. Plenty of room for 35s if you wanted to go nuts regearing or engine swapping. The extra ground clearance makes getting a transmission out easier too! 🤣