2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission HELP! Big Problem Installing Velvet Ride Shackles

[HeavyHauler]

Hey guys - I've got a problem. I hope someone that has these can help me by tomorrow night.



I got the lower shackle bolt out and the leaf springs popped all the way to the bed like it said they would. I got the top bolt out and then hand tightened it per the instructions but when I let my truck down to align the holes for the lower shackle bolt, the leaf springs won't move! They're staying firmly in place at the floor of the bed.



How do I get them to compress down so I can align the bottom bolt holes?



Please help!



If anyone would like to call me on this my cell number is (931) 306-9161 - the name's Hans.



Thanks!

 

[AKAMAC]

Have you tried jacking the truck up at the reciever hitch? You need to get the body up and axle down. You may need to pull the lower shock bolt if the shock starts to lift the axle.

 

[HeavyHauler]

Problem Solved! I just got a hold of one of the design engineers and he informed me of that very thing. They should really put that in the instuctions for dummies like me!



Thanks so much for the quick reponse.