Ridetech 12167199 - Manual (Page 4)

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14. Bolt the axle tabs to the upper bar
using a 5/8” x 2 3/4" bolt and nyloc as
shown in the picture. The upper bar
should measure 12” C-C.
15. Bolt the other end into the upper
cradle and let the tabs rest on top of
the axle. Do not weld yet. You must
first set pinion angle (which is
explained on the next page) and center
the axle.
16. Centering the axle is best done by
hanging a plum off of the axle and
measuring out to the axle flange.
17. This must all be set at ride height,
which will occur with 14.5” from c-c on
the Shockwave mounts. As you can
see in the above picture, we have tack
welded a 5” long spacer between the
axle and frame to maintain ride height,
axle center, and pinion angle while
welding in the tabs.
18. Make sure to remove the upper
bars before welding the tabs to avoid
frying the bushings.
You can now tighten all of the 4 link
bolts with the car at ride height.
19. Apply thread sealant to the air
fitting and screw it into the top of the
Shockwave.
20. Attach the top of the Shockwave to
the cradle with a 1/2" x 2 1/4" bolt and
nyloc. Place the washer over the
shock stud, and then slide the
Shockwave over the stud. Another
washer and nyloc will hold in tight.
21. Remove the spacer.
22. Double-check all clearances with
parking brake cable, vent tubes, brake
lines, etc.
23. Ride height should be around
70psi but will vary to driver preference.