Symptoms
Clunks over bumps, the axle shifting under braking, cracked rubber at the spring eyes and shackles, and wandering steering.
The fix, step by step
- Support the frame and take the weight off one spring.
- Remove the shackle and spring-eye bolts, press out the old bushings and fit new rubber or polyurethane ones.
- Replace worn shackle plates and bolts, then torque everything with the truck on its wheels.
Tools & part numbers
- Jack and stands
- socket set
- bushing press or vise
- torque wrench
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Rated for a competent home mechanic with a decent tool kit. Confirm torque figures, fluids and procedures against the factory service manual for your VIN, support the truck on stands rather than a jack, and work at your own risk (disclaimer). Some parts links are affiliate links, which pay us a small commission at no cost to you.