Perplexing Issue:
I was preparing to install my new rear springs and while cleaning up the parts I noticed that the rear shackles were different in length.
It appears that the passenger side of my car had some early suspension repairs. If you recall the front passenger side had a different shackle and a welded top leaf. Now I find that the rear springs have different length shackles. Passenger side (WME) approximately 3" between pin centers and the Driver's Side approximately 3.5" between pin centers ?? Which is correct.
Also the larger driver's side shackle had a marking on the center bolt. [R] ??
I assume that these differences are why my car always sat a little lopsided.
Can anyone verify which length shackle is correct for a 29 4dr. Sedan. You can check your car easily by measuring between the grease fittings they sit in the approximate centers of the pins.
Many thanks in advance, Chet...
I was preparing to install my new rear springs and while cleaning up the parts I noticed that the rear shackles were different in length.
It appears that the passenger side of my car had some early suspension repairs. If you recall the front passenger side had a different shackle and a welded top leaf. Now I find that the rear springs have different length shackles. Passenger side (WME) approximately 3" between pin centers and the Driver's Side approximately 3.5" between pin centers ?? Which is correct.
Also the larger driver's side shackle had a marking on the center bolt. [R] ??
I assume that these differences are why my car always sat a little lopsided.
Can anyone verify which length shackle is correct for a 29 4dr. Sedan. You can check your car easily by measuring between the grease fittings they sit in the approximate centers of the pins.
Many thanks in advance, Chet...