How To Get More Flex! Samurai Missing Link 

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I think I need a set of these when I SAS my 06 Tundra.

that samurai looks very mint! our samurai needs lots of TLC right now:P as you can see

I have been running Rocky road outfitters version of this shackle for 6 years. I have them at all four corners. I do not have them locked in position for a street driving. I've had a few panic stops with no problem so far. Never had them unload on very steep climbs as some people mention . I'm running two ARBs so it sees some steep climbs! I'm running a panhard bar and it handles very good on the Street with spring over axle combined with stock length bonz- eye 2.5 inch lift springs.

Cool video!! If you are looking for some different front leaf springs i went threw a few setups doing mine and have some sitting in my garage if your interested in trying them out. I have some stock rear leafs that i put up front and then i have a missing link kit from Trail tough also. Then I have a set of trail toughs Bonz-eye front leaf springs that I ran for one season with the missing link kit. All of this is sitting in my garage so if any of it sparks any interest to you let me know I will sell very cheap. Would rather see it go to someone that will do something with it then just sit there.

Another awesome video. Keep them coming.

I think your local to me. Just stumbled on your channel and recognized that creek bed instantly! Haha. I’m building a j10 crawler right now so hopefully I see you wheeling 👍🏻. I’m subscribed

How about installing those shackles on the rear too?? Great video. 🤟

What gears are you running mines 4.57s and 6.5:1 in the tcase I can walk mine too lol

Hey so I’m looking at cheaper options than doing a rear up front swap for now. I’m a student and am strapped for cash lol. I was wondering if these shackles are a good way to get some extra flex out of the stock front leaf springs. Thank you

Mainly looking for little softer ride. Not that tank bone jarring adventure. Could get my pops go with me more if it didn’t beat us up so much. Lol

So when you installed these, you already installed the rears in the front? Or am I missing something lol

I just picked up a samurai and this is exactly how i want it low as possible with just enough travel, what leafs are you using , can you throw the missing link in the rear also ?

What shockers are you running on ? looks like bilstein. The model number ? Also, What is your tyre dimension?

Hey what is the length of the shocks your using if you don't mind me asking i really would like to know because i just did the Dr.z cj pring kit and i'm spring over axle to and i don't know what size shock to run.....

are you using stock length socks? if not how much longer than stock are they?

Hi, I have noticed at the time of this video, you have already installed the shock towers and longer shocks. Did you happen to notice the shock absorbers bottoming on extension when you added the missing links, from adding more articulation? Also, have you had any problems with these shackles un-loading on long, bumpy, steep climbs or descents (We have kilometers of uphill mountain terrain). Thanks

what sliders that?

Install your drive shaft correctly

Anyone know if these would fit a daihatsu rocky

Samurais are sick because you can put 32s on them and conquer the world

Missing links are the easy way to go, I've been running rear samurai bonz-eye springs for 10 years

Did the shackle upgrade change the handling characteristics driving down the road. As always your videos are awesome

Great video, I think you will need a panhard bar to go out over 55 ( if you reach that speed) so you can get better and safest handling on the highway

Installing rear samurai springs up front is one of the best suspension upgrades. Anything over 235/75 tires causes rub on the cab. RUF pushes the axle forward 2” and allows the shackle to move better. The mods needs are minimal but rewards are great. Great shackles!

You need a fork lift to flex up your samurai i have a 87 samurai using the factory leaf springs i can flex it 3 feet on the front tire using a fork lift and all the tires are still touching the ground

Samurais are the best!

I'm doing it to my Sammy now as soon as spring gets here.l always figured stock springs would work, I'm gonna drill bolt holes through both halfs of the drop shackles so they can be locked out for street use.

I have seen his videos, and it looks to me like you have the drop missing links reversed????? I guess they will work either way though. I have to contemplate this. You may actually be on to something doing it this way!!!!!! I just thought of one thing,, your approach angle is not affected. Actually is better in this configuration. May want to talk to the guy that made them and see what he thinks??? Seems like a really great guy!!!! The one thing I can see that is not good is that the spring is forcing the movement forward. If you had the shackle at a 30deg. angle forward, it would enhance the travel directions of the spring softening the overall spring rate. The way it is now hardens the spring rate overall. So offroad,,, GREAT!!!!!! On road,, BAD!!!!!!! LOL there's videos out there about shackle angle and effective spring ratings that actually make total sense.

Finally someone showed drop shackles w stock 2 inch wide leaf sprngs.so many people said dude you have to use yj springs.

When do you think you might try a RUF kit? I've been looking at the LROR RUF w/missing links.

What bumpers are you running. Great video. Just subscribe 🤘

Another great video!

Are you using stock front springs with the missing link?

I would go ahead and put some on the rear too. I'm running Rocky roads version all the way around. I do have a panhard bar and it handles great on the street.I switched from urethane to stock rubber bushings at the other end of the spring. They might not last as long but it makes it easier on the spring to twist.

Hey man. Do you know if they are still making those shackles? I wrote them with no answer.

Has anyone tried these with RUF with a reverse shackle set up?

it eliminates the spoa and the machine will have a better extension.the spoa only helps you to lift the car off the ground after all and highly not recommended and only an aesthetic thing

Sweet video thank you I am thinking about going down this path myself and appreciate your videos

What wheels are you running on your Sami?

My 95 Tracker beats me up going down dirt roads with 30 inch tires. I hope with more lift bigger tires and some sweet shocks I will be happy. My last 4x4 was an 85 Toyota with 36x9.5 Buckshot mudders and 6 inches of lift. I let some air out of the tires and am at 26 lbs now and that kinda helped. I have 170,000 miles on stock suspension except cheap new rear shocks. I had the rancho 9000 on my truck and they were awesome. I hope I can make this better. Thanks for your vids. I'm looking at bumpstops too.

Hi! Your channel has been invaluable to me working on my 87 Samurai. Just completed the removable door mod a couple of weeks ago. Was hoping for a little advice on shackles. I'm keeping mine more or less stock, but am interesting in the 3" (1.5" lift) solid shackle option. Just looking for clearance for slightly bigger tires. You mention the pinion on your install not being as drastic as expected, am I more or less OK with the 1.5" straight lift for average road going? I don't fully understand how it affects pinion angle but am learning.

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Man, I bought some of these right after this video. Can't wait to try them out. Thanks for all your videos. Really helping me build mine on a budget and stay super capable.

Hello love channel. How did u like them dr z links. Thinking about getting more out of my samurai. Don’t have big budget differently don’t want cut and hack want be able go back to stock without fabrication. Thanks.

I had buggy springs front and rear! I made them out of Toyota 2wd truck springs. Had f350 shock towers and the missing link shackles. But not a driver, i trailered it

After watching this video like a dozen times. I ordered these shackles. Just last week Thank you for the great product review. I just wish you could have got credit for it. Your promotion code expired.

Isn't this the gypsy

Hey I am from India ! Kudos to your build ! Really Amazing video bro ! Can you share a specifications list actually I am planning to build one for self !

Those shackles will kill your diff. Lots more expensive

I dont see a sway bar. I guess that is the first thing that goes out?

How are you still liking these shackles? Any flops yet?

I dont kno how to say this and not seem insulting, but I fairly sure you put Dr. Z's shackles on backwards. I watch his AND your channel all the time. On every example,he has them folding outward and not inward as you have them. I am curious as to whether there is an advantage to your version. I like what you do, so keep up the good work

Man, it looks awesome with shackles in it, willing to get mines 😂

this shakels from zanfi Italy in Europe... and sorry but zanfi is the biggest shit... i drove the supreme lift kit what fit everything inside. But on every offroadtrip somthing broke, bend or dosent work, expensive shit for cheap offroader. theres some better and cheaper lift kits in Türkei (4x4four Art) or in UK (Big Jimny) ..... dont get me wrong bro, wish you nice offroad expierinces.... greatings from germany

...those shackles only extend when there is no weight on them... ...so the wheel isn't supporting anything and has very little traction... ...might look impressive... ...but does pretty much nothing...

Great video , what length shocks are you using for front n rear ?

Those are great unless you drive it on the road, then it makes it really crappy to drive. If you are going to stick with springs it's best to do a shackle reversal and have them in the back.

Cool video! How does it handle on the road?

How was the feeling when drive fast? Any wiggle

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Missing links are trash.