ARROW Compound Double Shear Bracket Installation

 

Notes

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• Please read all instructions carefully before installing
Owl products on your vehicle.

• This is a bolt-on shock bracket kit designed for easy
installation using basic hand tools.

• This shock kit is fully removable, allowing the vehicle
to be returned to its original stock configuration if
desired.

• This bolt-on bracket system installs with standard
hand tools. No welding required. Two small holes are
drilled for the forward attachment point.

• The kit is designed specifically around Owl-tuned
Falcon shock setups for a precise fit and proper
alignment. 

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About the Compound Bracket

Every Owl component is engineered for one purpose: to perform flawlessly in the real world. The Compound Double Shear Bracket reinforces the upper shock mount for extreme terrain and heavyduty use, transforming the Sprinter’s rear suspension into a more controlled, confident system under load. Designed and manufactured in the USA, this bracket is part of Owl’s Arrow Suspension Series—precision parts built to stand up to the demands of adventure. 

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Parts List 

2007-Up, Mercedes Sprinter 4x4, AWD DOUBLE SHEAR BRACKET
SP-UCMPD-2500 

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 Tools Needed

1. Quality jack and two jack stands

2. Basic hand tools:

• Wrench and socket set, including:
• Metric sizes: 17mm, 18mm, 19mm, 21mm, 22mm

3. Torque wrench

4. Drill equipped with a 27/64” (10.8mm) metal-cutting drill bit

5. Hammer and chisel 

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Installation

These instructions show installation on the driver’s (left-hand)
side. Passenger side installation is similar; any differences will
be noted in the steps.

1.
Loosen lug bolts then safely support the vehicle on an
appropriate lift or jack stands so the rear suspension can hang
freely. Ensure the support method follows the vehicle
manufacturer’s specifications.

2.
With the suspension supported, remove the front wheels and
tires. Factory lug bolts typically have a 19mm head.

3.
Remove Factory Shocks – Remove the OEM shocks using
18mm (lower) and 21mm (upper) sockets. Retain the lower
bolts.

4.
Prepare the Mounting Area – Clean undercoating from upper
corner area of the shock mount.

5.
Install Upper shock mount boss – Insert supplied shock spacer
bung into the bracket. Confirm orientation.

6.
Test Fit the Bracket – Fit bracket to chassis. Ensure it sits flush. 

7.
Start Upper Shock Bolt – Install M14 x 100mm bolt with
washer, snug lightly.

8.
Mark Forward Mounting Holes – Mark two front holes for
drilling.

9.
Drill Forward Holes – Remove bracket and drill with 10.8mm
bit. Paint exposed metal.

10.
Install Spacer Plates – Reinstall bracket, tap one spacer plate
between bracket and crossmember.

11.
Install Forward Bolts – Install M10 x 25mm bolts with washers,
hand-tighten.

12.
Install Main Bolt Through Spacer Bung – Insert M14 x 160mm
bolt through bung and chassis, snug.

13.
Shock Orientation – Offset bushing toward inside. If none, use
stainless spacer between shock and chassis. 

14.
Install Upper Shock Bolt – Apply red Loctite, snug using
22mm socket until washer cannot spin.

15.
Torque All Hardware – Shock Bung Bolt: 100 ft-lbs, Upper
Shock Bolt: 100 ft-lbs, Forward Bolts: 42 ft-lbs.

16.
Install Lower Shock Bolt – Reinstall OEM lower bolt and
torque to 80 ft-lbs.

17.
Install Locking Bolt Plate – Use one washer under bolt head,
one between tab and bracket, one under nut. Torque to 42 ftlbs.

18.
Reinstall wheels/tires. Torque wheel studs per OEM spec:

• 2500 SRW: 170 ft-lbs (231 N·m)
• 3500 DRW: 140–150 ft-lbs (190–200 N·m
• Owl Wheels: 135ft-lbs (183.1 N·m)

19.
Check shock clearance after lowering the vehicle.

20.
After 100 miles, recheck bolt torques. 

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Congrats!
Your Installation is complete.

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