Overview
The Daystar KJ61001BK is a 0.5 inch lift greasable Super Shackle, sold as a pair, for older Jeep CJ and Willys vehicles. It fits the 1959–1960 and 1966–1975 Jeep CJ5 (Base and Renegade), the 1949–1953 Willys CJ-3, and the 1955–1958 Willys CJ-5.
The greasable version uses black grease grooved polyurethane bushings, replacement sleeves, and rifle drilled bolts with a grease zerk for servicing. The highlights describe a fully welded round tube with a zinc plated finish. Daystar also gives this model a limited lifetime warranty.
Super Shackles are built as heavy-duty parts that reduce deflection and axle shift. Taller versions in the line reach up to 2-1/2 inch of lift, so this 0.5 inch model suits owners who want a modest height change.
Key features
- 0.5 inch lift for the front or rear location listed
- Black grease grooved polyurethane bushings
- Rifle drilled greasable bolts included
- Easy-to-access grease zerk for servicing
- Fully welded round tube construction
- Zinc plated finish
- Sold as a pair, with a limited lifetime warranty
Before you buy
Shackles link the leaf spring to the frame and let the spring change length as the axle moves over bumps. When they wear, the axle can feel loose and the ride gets noisy. Greasable shackles add a service point, so the bushings and bolts can be lubricated and inspected instead of replaced on every wear cycle.
A lift shackle also changes the angle of the spring, which affects driveline angles and steering geometry on older Jeeps. Expect some change in ride height, and check the driveshaft and tie rod after installation. Inspect the spring eyes and the frame mounting holes while the axle is supported, since those parts are often reused.
- Inspect spring eyes for cracks before reusing them
- Check frame mounting holes for elongation
- Retorque the bolts after the first few drives
Specifications
| Brand | Daystar |
|---|---|
| Part number | KJ61001BK |
| UPC | 814423011471 |
| Lift height | 0.5 inch (1/2 inch) |
| Bushings | Black grease grooved polyurethane |
| Bolts | Rifle drilled, greasable, included |
| Construction | Fully welded round tube |
| Finish | Zinc plated |
| Location | Front or rear |
| Position | Front |
| Quantity | Sold as a pair |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime |
Vehicle fitment
It fits the 1959–1960 and 1966–1975 Jeep CJ5 (Base and Renegade), the 1949–1953 Willys CJ-3, and the 1955–1958 Willys CJ-5.
The list covers the CJ5, CJ-3 and CJ-5 only. The 1976–1986 CJ5 and CJ7 years, the Jeep Scrambler and the Wrangler YJ are not on it. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
Check driveline angles and alignment after the lift is installed, since shackle height changes suspension geometry. Grease the bolts and bushings through the zerk once the shackles are in place. Support the axle on jack stands before removing the factory hardware.
What’s included
Each greasable kit includes replacement bushings, sleeves, and rifle drilled bolts with a grease zerk. The set is sold as a pair.
