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Installed, but never run. $150 for the pair, plus the ride. If you would like two pairs of these, I should have the other pair, which are still currently attached to the back of the frame, available in a few weeks.
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Interesting, I've never seen these before
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Jim designed them at the same time he designed the shock tower extensions.
Hmmm, have not seen those either. Have any pics of those extensions? Maybe @Downey Could share a pic or 2
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For Sale - FJ40, FJ45 Front shock tower extensions, CA
This product has been around for over 15years, but has never been properly promoted by me. Originally designed by Downey and subsequently modified by me, the extension brackets allow for mounting a shock 5" longer than you otherwise could with the factory setup while still utilizing the stock...
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I was just digging the info up as you posted!
I run the tower extensions on Ruftoys and my lwb45.
13” of travel without having to remove the factory towers. Pretty slick idea. Slick Ol Jim we used to call him.
Well look at that...darn cool. Thanks for the history lesson
For Sale - FJ40, FJ45 Front shock tower extensions, CA
This product has been around for over 15years, but has never been properly promoted by me. Originally designed by Downey and subsequently modified by me, the extension brackets allow for mounting a shock 5" longer than you otherwise could with the factory setup while still utilizing the stock...
I was just digging the info up as you posted!
Left you a voice mail about these and some other parts from what I assume are the same truck.
Thanks,
Nick
Thanks,
Nick
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SPF.
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Sold. Thanks Nick.
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So much for the few weeks! The second set is now available. Same as the first, except that this set has greaseable shackle bolts. Right of first refusal to @zebrabeefj40 , since he bought the first set.
The second set is now available. Same as the first, except that this set has greaseable shackle bolts. Right of first refusal to @zebrabeefj40 , since he bought the first set.
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Thanks Mark; I'll pass this goodness on to another Cruiserhead. 
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I’d like to point out that these are not just for hardcore rock crawlers. The two-stage shackle also effectively fixes the poor shackle angle created by virtually all aftermarket springs. So if you have a stiff riding 40 with near vertical shackle angle, this is a bolt on alternative to moving shackle or spring hangers to get a good shackle angle…and better ride.
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Ttt
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I have the shackles and shock extensions, totally functional.
I know it’s been a minute, but is the other set still available?
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I honestly don’t remember if they’re still around. Give me a shout at the shop on Thursday if you’re still interested .
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Left you a message as I forgot to call on Thursday. Thanks!
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Thanks. Looked without luck. Must have sold the second set and forgot to mark the thread.