1995 ford ranger 4x4 leaf springs and hanger

[mickE]

OK the shackle, the actual place the bolt goes through is supposed to swing towards the spring if this does not move at all it is seized and needs to be freed up, try loosening the next bolt up to be able to swing it towards the spring. These are usually set to 65-87 ft.lbs. of torque. So not all that tight. The bolt has seized inside the shackle itself most likely by loosening it will allow it so swing forwards to attach it. once attached torque it to the given amount and be done.

last year I replaced my springs and anti-seized the bolts to try to prevent this issue. They also make bolts that have zerk fittings so they can be greased to prevent squeaks and seizing.

Thanks for the great info...i got some really good advise on this whole tread and i am grateful.

 

[Uncle Gump]

They should swing freely and lean to back at rest... about like they are now. I question if you have the right springs, I don't think you will get enough spring travel to get the shackle to rotate back to where it is supposed to be.

I'm going to agree... those springs look a bit short. I would do some measuring.

If you can get them hooked up... get the weight of the vehicle on them and note the position of the shackle. It should be to the rear of the through bolt centerline that holds it to the spring hanger.

Be sure to let us know how it goes.

 

[mickE]

Ok guys...you all did great with your advise and I did get the leaf springs and hanger pivot to mount. I oiled them as they were frozen and used a pry to free them. This lift project is complete and I could not have done it with out your help. I will post some photos when I rest up as this project wore me out and I did it my self.