Rear leaf spring questions

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  1. Warlock_Mav

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    Hey everyone, I purchased rear leaf springs for my 70 maverick from J.C. Whitney and I need to know which parts I need to order for a hassle free installation. Are there polyeurethane bushings available for them? I have heard good things about ESPO are there any other recommendations? I appreciate your time and insight.

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    stmanser Looking for a Maverick

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    yeah... replace all the parts....shackles.. bolts... bushings.... and check the mounting points for cracks before you put it all together...and paint all the bare metal spots...


    i need to get rear springs for mine... so bad... i cant wait...
    espo has all the hardware you will need.

    good luck...
     
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    You can re-use the original shackles if they are in good condition. Replace all bushings and U-bolts. F.Y.I.: Polyurethane bushings squeak, so be advised...
     
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    T.L. I second that!! I don't drive my car much but I do hear the bushings. Sometimes they are louder than the locker!
     
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    T.L., not only do they squeak, they give a hard, bouncy ride. The stock rubber bushings are best if you want a good ride.
     
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    Hey thanks guys, you always come through with the info. Much appreciated!
     
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    Hey thanks guys, you always come through with the info. Much appreciated!
     
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    my bad on the double post... guess my computer wasnt as lagged as I believed
     
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    Yeah, they ride like a brick ####-house.

    If I had it to do over, I'd use the stock-type bushings...
     

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