Personally I’d cut the whole crossmember off build mounts and redrill frame sleeves where the shackle goes move the whole axle forward as well as do crossover with an ifs box at the same time.
Leaf spring mount help!
Hi all! New member to the forum. I have an issue with my newly purchased '85 and I am hoping to get some opinions. Cant find an existing post, so Im making a new one.
The passenger leaf spring mount has sustained an impact. The mount is bent, and the wheel has been set back about 2 inches in the wheel well. It is sitting too close to the running board, and rubs sometimes when turning over a bump. It drives straight after tie rod adjustment, but I would like to get it back to center. I am concerned about excess wear on the front axle.
Would it be possible to bend back the mount? Or would that compromise the structural integrity? Is a whole new bumper/mount assembly in order? Is it even worth trying to tackle this issue? Any help is much appreciated. Thanks!
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The passenger leaf spring mount has sustained an impact. The mount is bent, and the wheel has been set back about 2 inches in the wheel well. It is sitting too close to the running board, and rubs sometimes when turning over a bump. It drives straight after tie rod adjustment, but I would like to get it back to center. I am concerned about excess wear on the front axle.
Would it be possible to bend back the mount? Or would that compromise the structural integrity? Is a whole new bumper/mount assembly in order? Is it even worth trying to tackle this issue? Any help is much appreciated. Thanks!
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Thanks for your replies fellas.
My fabrication skills are basically non existent, so that kit from trail gear looks like it will be the ticket. Looks like a pretty simple weld in. Just to clarify, is it this kit that you are referencing?
trail-gear.com
Just need to weld this in if I understand correctly?
My fabrication skills are basically non existent, so that kit from trail gear looks like it will be the ticket. Looks like a pretty simple weld in. Just to clarify, is it this kit that you are referencing?
Front Spring Hanger w/ Bolts & Bushings
Front Spring Hanger This hanger is used to as a front mount for our 47" front leaf springs. The Front Spring Hanger Kit (part #110045-1-KIT) includes greasable 120mm bolts, bushings, nuts, and gussets. Hanger is included in IFS Eliminator and Classic Lift kits. Note: Front Spring Hanger Only...
trail-gear.com
Just need to weld this in if I understand correctly?
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