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Spring shackle types for my m38: U-bolt or Closed End?

 
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PostPosted: Tue Aug 15, 2017 1:47 am    Post subject: Spring shackle types for my m38: U-bolt or Closed End? Reply with quote

Hi all!
With a loud CLANKING sound coming from the rear suspension and after checking that my shocks are OK, I am pretty sure that the bushings on my spring shackles are busted.
I have the 'closed end' or 'heavy duty' shackles, but checking on line I found that U-bolt type shackles are also available.
Which type is original for my M38?
Also what are the pros and the cons between the two types?
Thanks ahead guys!
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PostPosted: Tue Aug 15, 2017 8:45 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

The M38 only left Willys with the U type.

The closed type was introduced much later in the M38A1 line.

The closed type are obviously stronger and would be a good Idea for a M38 operated in the rough country a lot.
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PostPosted: Tue Aug 15, 2017 9:41 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Got it Wes, closed type it will stay Thanks!
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