OK... have spent the day removing the stock front springs - both were "sprung" at the rear shakle. Got one in with the shim, now the passenger side shakle is loose - the rivits aren't holding. So now I know what caused that major "bang" and upheaval everytime I hit the these new curb/driveway combos they put in 80's developments here in Colorado.

Looks as if someone tried a weld job on it in the past. So, I'm thinking of grinding off the rivits and bolting it on. Any thoughts?

Thanks again to all who have responded to my shim question. Got one of 'em in just fine. I suppose I'll need a professional alignment.

erinaldi
'55 F100 IL6

 

Grade 8 bolts for sure!

 

That's how I put mine on 5/16 grade 8 bolts that was in 1999 when I ground off the rivets due to one side being extremely loose.

 

Thanks for your help - got 'er done!