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Leaf Spring Removal (first front, then probably back)
« on: Apr 27, 2019, 06:28:59 PM »
Hey Everyone, I’m trying to remove the front leaf spring on my 1983 and the shackle and front bolt are not budging. I dropped the axle and tried to take some weight off the springs to then be able to remove the bolts but nothing is moving more than an inch.

If there’s something I’m missing then I’d love some help or insight that could help me to remove them so I can get some new springs in that would be great!!

I’ll also update with any developments I find and make.


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Re: Leaf Spring Removal (first front, then probably back)
« Reply #1 on: Apr 27, 2019, 07:08:17 PM »
Lots of wd-40, some patience and a BFH.
Consider just cutting and replacing.
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Re: Leaf Spring Removal (first front, then probably back)
« Reply #2 on: Apr 27, 2019, 07:44:14 PM »
I like pb blaster better, and a torch if you have it. are you using standard hand tools, or an impact wrench?

I have a 20v dewalt xr brushless motor impact, and it does like 600 foot pounds of torque with like 1200 ft pounds of breakaway torque. it can do some amazing things
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Re: Leaf Spring Removal (first front, then probably back)
« Reply #3 on: Apr 28, 2019, 09:53:28 AM »
Yep, PB let it soak in over night, if that don't do it, hit it with some heat. 

Or, just go at it with good socket, breaker bar, and long piece of pipe, you will either break the nut loose, or break the bolt.
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Re: Leaf Spring Removal (first front, then probably back)
« Reply #4 on: Apr 28, 2019, 02:32:54 PM »
I would take a sawzall to the head, of either the nut or bolt, whichever is easy to get to. Cut as close as you can. Then a simple breaker bar should snap what's left. Then pound out whatevers left.  :usa:
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Re: Leaf Spring Removal (first front, then probably back)
« Reply #5 on: Apr 28, 2019, 03:09:01 PM »
I should clarify, all the nuts are removed, it’s the rubber bushings on the shackles and front bolt that won’t move, I’ve used lubricating/ 3-1 oil a few times but it still won’t move


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Re: Leaf Spring Removal (first front, then probably back)
« Reply #6 on: Apr 28, 2019, 04:03:02 PM »
I would drill a slight pilot hole on ends of bolts. With nuts removed. Air hammer with the correct tip should push them out.. :flamer:
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Re: Leaf Spring Removal (first front, then probably back)
« Reply #7 on: May 22, 2019, 04:09:26 PM »
Thanks everyone. I'm gonna try to use an air hammer tonight on at least on of the bolt to see if I can make some progress.
I'll make sure to update the thread when I do it.

Wish me luck :thumbs:!
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Re: Leaf Spring Removal (first front, then probably back)
« Reply #8 on: May 23, 2019, 08:47:25 AM »
Are you removing to replace the bushing or the entire spring? Either way, heat it up with a torch and melt them boogers out.
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