Rear axle alignment

[codsta8]

I started out just trying to install 3" blocks. Rear axle ended up sliding of Jack stands, so tomorrow I plan on installing new leaf springs ( new to me, junkyard) , New bushings , shackle and hangers. Does any one have any advice on how to properly align the rear axle ? Also any help or advice on the install would help out.

 

[98_k1500]

Um, there is no ailgnment, The tie bolt just sits in the hole on the axle. Nothing adjusts.

 

[Eskimomann209]

Do you mean align the springs and the axle without it being a pain in the ass because of the blocks?

I just swapped my blocks around to change the pinion angle after adding the shackle flip and it was a pain

I jacked the truck up with 4 cinder blocks
A couple 4x6s and a 2x4
Then a friend lowered the truck with springs attached to the frame (attached not tightend you tighten after weight has settled)
I sat under the truck and lined up the springs to the center pin on the block/axle
Depending on lift and block size this gets tricky

Good luck and dear god be safe

 

[Eskimomann209]

Oh I lifted it in the center of the tow hitch

With two jack stands on either side "just in case"
Lowered the jack a bit
Then the stands a few clicks

Alternated till load was on

 

[codsta8]

Yea that's what I was talk about, still messing around with it but I can see the light at the end of the tunnel, appreciate the input