How to replace shackle and leaf spring bushing?
Some vehicles may have severe rust and seized shackle/leaf spring bolts; this will allow you to avoid the stress of hammering old bolts out and restore bushings to factory performance as well as possibly gain rear lift if longer shackles are installed. Jack up the truck and place on jack stands set on frame in front of your rear tires.
How do you replace the rear shackle on a car?
Install the new rear shackle assembly, lower the vehicle, and torque the nuts/bolts to the specification found in the vehicle-specific repair manual for your car. Repeat on the other side.
How do you replace rear suspension bushings on a car?
First, jack the rear of the car up and place it securely on jack stands. Place the floor jack underneath the suspension and pump it up to support the weight — in the center of the beam, or underneath the end of the suspension arm if you have independent suspension.
Which is the best material to replace shackle bushes?
SuperPro polyurethane a material resistant to minerals, petrochemicals and can withstand temperature extremes offers a shackle replacement medium. Under normal driving conditions rubber suspension bushes deflect. This deflection has an adverse effect on axle location and will change thrust angles under varying driving conditions.
How do you replace leaf spring shackles and bushings?
Steps to Replace Leaf Spring Bushings Block the front wheels and raise the rear with a jack under the third member, lowering the vehicle onto stands under the frame. Keep the jack under the rear end. Remove the bolt and lower the jack completely to perform the repair described below.
How do you remove a shackle from an axle?
Remove the lower mounting bolt from the shackle and spring using a socket and ratchet. Lower the axle so the spring drops out of the shackle. Remove the upper mounting bolt that attaches the shackle to the mount on the frame. Pull the shackle off the frame.
First, jack the rear of the car up and place it securely on jack stands. Place the floor jack underneath the suspension and pump it up to support the weight — in the center of the beam, or underneath the end of the suspension arm if you have independent suspension.
What kind of bolts are in leaf spring shackles?
If you do purchase a leaf spring shackle kit, make sure it comes with new Grade 10 (minimum) bolts. If not, I recommend you purchase them. Some leaf spring bushing replacement kits either don’t come with new nuts and bolts or the bolts they do come with are at best Grade 8.