Hi - on my Series 1 I've got Rocky Mountain Parabolic Springs (that's what the PO said they were and the springs and hardware match the Rocky Mountain web site...)
I recently replaced the tires and afterwards noticed that the lower leaf on the right rear spring was sticking out a few inches. I don't know if it had anything to do with the tire replacement, I think I just happened to look closer to see how the truck was sitting. When I poked around a bit I realized that the center pin was missing on the leaf spring (this is a three leaf set).
The springs themselves are in great shape and don't need to be replaced. My question is if there is anything special about the pin - will a regular bolt do?
Anyone have suggestions on how to replace it. I'm thinking about simply jacking up the vehicle, removing the wheel to take the weight from the spring, removing the rear bolt, lowering the spring, lining up the leaves and replacing the bolt, Then putting it all back together. I have a feeling that there is a lot more to it then this...it's that odd sense of foreboding right after someone says "right, this'll only take a minute". You know that it's going to turn into an all day job...
Does this make sense?
Advice is greatly appreciated!
Thanks,
Dave
I recently replaced the tires and afterwards noticed that the lower leaf on the right rear spring was sticking out a few inches. I don't know if it had anything to do with the tire replacement, I think I just happened to look closer to see how the truck was sitting. When I poked around a bit I realized that the center pin was missing on the leaf spring (this is a three leaf set).
The springs themselves are in great shape and don't need to be replaced. My question is if there is anything special about the pin - will a regular bolt do?
Anyone have suggestions on how to replace it. I'm thinking about simply jacking up the vehicle, removing the wheel to take the weight from the spring, removing the rear bolt, lowering the spring, lining up the leaves and replacing the bolt, Then putting it all back together. I have a feeling that there is a lot more to it then this...it's that odd sense of foreboding right after someone says "right, this'll only take a minute". You know that it's going to turn into an all day job...
Does this make sense?
Advice is greatly appreciated!
Thanks,
Dave
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