Update on one clunk
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Tuned
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Update on one clunk
Previously posted about clunk when initially apply brakes. One time if going fwd, or one time if moving backward. Well, my anti rattle clip on the left front had broken in half, and therefore wasn't functioning as designed. Replaced the anti rattle clip and all WAS well. Went to change oil the other day, and was wiping things down. The front eye loop of both rear leaf springs was broken. The top half of the loop was just sitting there, on both sides! I could take my finger and move it back and forth. This BII has been driven gently, and the only time I use the 4WD is to keep it lubed up. I was astonished to say the least. This is just FYI for an area to inspect. New springs on the way thru LMC. Out
TommyJ
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These things are notorious for the springs going weak, especially if the leaf spring bolts get rusty and seize. Tommy, make sure you use plenty of anti-seize on the bolt shafts when you replace the springs. You may find you need all new bushings and bolts as well. I had to replace two of my bolts because the top shackle bolts were seized to the bushing inserts, which caused the bottom shackle/rear leaf bolts to wear abnormally and almost break. I still have to tear into it and replace all the bushings. I freed things up somewhat with liberal use of PB Blaster and WD-40, but couldn't get the top shackle bolts out when I replaced my springs, so I'll have to go back in again and replace bushings and bolts.
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These things are notorious for the springs going weak, especially if the leaf spring bolts get rusty and seize. Tommy, make sure you use plenty of anti-seize on the bolt shafts when you replace the springs. You may find you need all new bushings and bolts as well. I had to replace two of my bolts because the top shackle bolts were seized to the bushing inserts, which caused the bottom shackle/rear leaf bolts to wear abnormally and almost break. I still have to tear into it and replace all the bushings. I freed things up somewhat with liberal use of PB Blaster and WD-40, but couldn't get the top shackle bolts out when I replaced my springs, so I'll have to go back in again and replace bushings and bolts.
TommyJ
