What kind of Springs does a sprinter have?
The Sprinter’s rear springs are a pair of typical semi-elliptical (curved) leaf springs, similar to Ford, Chevy or Dodge trucks from the 50’s to current. The springs run parallel to the length of the vehicle on each side and hold the weight of the vehicle.
How to order spring assist kit for Sprinter vans?
Includes: 2 Full-Length Dual Leaf Springs ( You receive a Left and Right Side Spring), 1 Set of U-bolts Kits for each leaf spring Also available for Passenger Vans, Email [email protected] to order one for your Passenger Van. To redeem Free Shipping you must order this item separate from non-Free Shipping Items
Where are the spring shackles on a sprinter?
The spring is extracted out from beneath the rear of the van. Before assembly check the condition of the nuts and threads on the spring shackles, front and back. If they are poor replace them if OK, then reuse them.
How do you remove a spring from a sprinter?
Give yourself about 2-3 inches of air gap, before attempting the removal of the two long spring eye and shackle bolts. Once these are removed the spring, or what is left of it can be removed with a lever or bar. The spring is extracted out from beneath the rear of the van.
The Sprinter’s rear springs are a pair of typical semi-elliptical (curved) leaf springs, similar to Ford, Chevy or Dodge trucks from the 50’s to current. The springs run parallel to the length of the vehicle on each side and hold the weight of the vehicle.
The spring is extracted out from beneath the rear of the van. Before assembly check the condition of the nuts and threads on the spring shackles, front and back. If they are poor replace them if OK, then reuse them.
Where are the leaf springs on a Sprinter van?
As a curved spring compresses, it will flatten out and become longer; the lengthening of the spring is taken up by the swinging shackle which moves like a pendulum. The rear leaf springs sit on top of the rear straight axle tube via welded spring perches, and are attached with u-bolts.
Give yourself about 2-3 inches of air gap, before attempting the removal of the two long spring eye and shackle bolts. Once these are removed the spring, or what is left of it can be removed with a lever or bar. The spring is extracted out from beneath the rear of the van.