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Old 08-04-06, 23:40
Lynn Eades Lynn Eades is offline
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Like Gordon says, the Dodge has a similar set up. The dodge has a hole through the chassis behind the hanger, but it doesn't line up with the pin! Unfortunately the pin can rust and grow at the end because the grease seldom gets this far in. So there are not many options. I would lube the pin as best I could and try punching it in further. can you now turn it? now try the slide hammer. work it back and forward ,turning it a bit at a time.( with plenty of penetrating oil). A bit of patience is required. If you can't make any progress this way you'll have to go down the track Gordon suggested. A hole inside the chassis behind each spring hanger is a far better option than removing and re riveting spring hangers. Dont make the hole too small. Dont use too small a punch. A few decent hits with a good sized hammer, should get it moving.
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