WD21 axle lowering tutorial and bump stop spring install

[txpath4x4]

hey my peeps, this is my first instructional so forgive me in advance

 

like it says i lowered my rear axle on the 94 today and don't remember an illustrated version so for all to see my shade tree mechanics at work!!

 

step 1

jack up the truck at the rear chunk as this will lift the rear somewhat even and support with jacks. Here is the best location i found:

 

it is just past the Lower Trailing Arms frame mount

 

Step 2

Take off wheels, then undo Shocks and track bar ( it is the bar that goes diagonal across the back) the shocks use a 17 MM and the track bar uses a 20 MM.

 

Step 3

as the picture shows lower the rear axle till the Trailing arms bottom out but watch your rubber brake line as not to damage it

from this point the springs can be removed with ease with a little prying, when i did it i was able to push up and pull out, no compressors needed

 

here is picture from the driver side without the axle bump

 

step 4

use a wire wheel or brush to clean the area or dirt and grime

 

ok for us SAE people i used a 17/32 drill bit and a 5/8-11 tap set

 

 

step 5 install axle stops, there is an F with a directional arrow for front

 

ok if you are installing new shocks and spring this is where you would install them. and just reverse the process. IMPORTANT NOTE. Install the bottom shock mounts first for 2 reasons A) the track bar blocks them B ) it helps locate the axle for the track bar.

jack up the axle install wheels and make sure everything is tight

Have Fun!!

 

Jason