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DC 69 · 12-24-2018, 03:09 PM

Shock linkage alignment update: I recently installed new front & rear spring shackles. I also removed front & rear springs to inspect/clean/paint/lube.

When I removed the front spring, I found I had a rod (that might have had a head) in the center hole, not a threaded center bolt. When I removed the spring from the cross member, the rod fell out, along with what I believe was the rod head (looked like a rock). The spring was being held together by the clips.

After I put the spring assembly together with new clips & center bolt, the center bolt head fit right in the cross member hole. This correctly positioned my front spring, which properly aligned the front shock linkage.

Issued resolved: Such a big difference and smoother ride since doing this work.

12-24-2018, 03:09 PM	#7
DC 69 Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Monterey Bay, Ca Posts: 35	Re: Shock Install Help Shock linkage alignment update: I recently installed new front & rear spring shackles. I also removed front & rear springs to inspect/clean/paint/lube. When I removed the front spring, I found I had a rod (that might have had a head) in the center hole, not a threaded center bolt. When I removed the spring from the cross member, the rod fell out, along with what I believe was the rod head (looked like a rock). The spring was being held together by the clips. After I put the spring assembly together with new clips & center bolt, the center bolt head fit right in the cross member hole. This correctly positioned my front spring, which properly aligned the front shock linkage. Issued resolved: Such a big difference and smoother ride since doing this work.