Leaf Spring Shackle Kit For 52-71 CJ-5, M38A1
Direct replacement shackle kit. Comes complete with (2) side plates, (2) rubber insulated bushings and (2) bolts. For both front and rear closed end style shackle leaf spring assemblies. Also used on 50-52 M38 in some applications.
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New Leaf Spring Shackle Kit (4 required per vehicle) – Part#: 916646
Q: Will this fit without the rubber and metal fitting in the leaf spring opening and frame bracket opening? Or do I need those in addition to this shackle? I removed the rubber and metal fittings from the frame and springs trying to get the wrong shackle to fit.
- A: This is a complete shackle. You don’t need any other bushings other than what comes with this.
Q: I have a 1964 CJ-5 with shackle brackets that are 5 3/4 ‘ high center to center, is that the stock dimension?
- A: No, they were originally approx 3″ in height.
Q: My 1957 Jeep has these in the front but it also has the threaded u bolt shaped shackles in the rear. I was just wondering why they are this way?
- A: Originally they always used the same shackles front and rear of the vehicle. Please call us toll free. We can help out.
Q: I just ordered and received leaf springs from you, the hole looks bigger where the bushing goes than my original leaf springs I’m replacing do I use the stock bushing you have?
- A: You have to make sure to press out all bushing in the leaf springs we send you and everything will work out perfectly for you. Please call us toll free if you have any questions.
Q: You have listed three different Leaf Spring Shackle Kits, the 916646, 916646HD, and the 928764. How should I know which one to use, specifically, how do I know if I need the HD. Also, it looks like I have the 928764 on my Jeep, but do I really need it, or can I use the 916646?
- A: It really depends on your vehicle. Alot of these are interchangeable. Please call me toll free. We are more than happy to help out.
Q: Is the kit number 916646 the proper one for the rear end of front spring on a 1955 CJ-5?
- A: Yes this is the proper shackle for your CJ-5.
Q: I have a 1956 CJ-5. I ordered this suspension kit, but the spring shackles on the rear spring original are U shaped with grease fittings. Is this the correct replacement, or should I order the U shackles for rear fitting of leaf springs?
- A: Early early CJ-5’s had some oddball set ups. Please call us toll free. We can build it up for you at no additional cost.
Q: I have a 68 CJ-5 with 3 1/2 center to center bolt positioning on spring shackle to frame hanger apparently has a lift kit under it. So what is the actual lift?
- A: What this shackle will do is set you back up to stock height. It is just like original.
Q: Do these come in pairs or are they only one shackle?
- A: These are sold each.
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