Spring shackles
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Spring shackles
Does any one have any suggestions on how to drive out two front spring shackles thru the frame without screwing up the threads or flattening the end of the bolt's face? I am trying to get a stubborn pair of front shackles out of my 49 F-1 frame. Thanks for any suggestions.
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Originally Posted by xhotrodder
Does any one have any suggestions on how to drive out two front spring shackles thru the frame without screwing up the threads or flattening the end of the bolt's face? I am trying to get a stubborn pair of front shackles out of my 49 F-1 frame. Thanks for any suggestions.
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I replaced the rear springs on my 56. Your setup may be different. I don't recall any threads except for the cross pin that locked the shackle pin in place. I drove out the cross pin by setting the nut at the thread end covering the end of the pin and pounded on that. Came right out.
Another member shared how he pushed the shackle pin out using a drift punch thru the frame and an air hammer. Worked great. I didn't think of that and spent two weeks off and on doing it using a much less efficient method, which I'll spare you.
Soak it in penetrating oil for a while first.
Good luck.
Another member shared how he pushed the shackle pin out using a drift punch thru the frame and an air hammer. Worked great. I didn't think of that and spent two weeks off and on doing it using a much less efficient method, which I'll spare you.
Soak it in penetrating oil for a while first.
Good luck.
