spring bushings with 52 swap

[WJACKSON11X]

Just finished the 52 swap using the bumper center from DIY4X. I didnt put new bushings in the springs, Yeah I know I should have, but was trying to get done with everything. Anyway, the brackets are made to fit wider bushings (poly). Can I use some sort of washer to make up for the extra space? Just wanted to see if this is safe to do. It will be driven on the trail and the road. Right now when I turn the wheel I can watch the springs move side to side inside the front hanger.

 

[howdiy]

Measure the inside width and post the results

 

[k30bb468]

Scroll down to the bottom of the page

http://diy4x.com/misc.htm

 

[WJACKSON11X]

The bracket is 3" wide, the springs are 2.5" of course, and the bushings measure about 2.75". Not sure if these are the numbers you were looking for.

 

[WJACKSON11X]

I knew I had seen them somewhere before, thanks. I guess they would be fine to use in the front hangers instead of the shackle.

 

[howdiy]

I know he makes the brackets a little wider, I'm not sure about his kits though

I had to narrow mine

Your stock springs should be 3" wide, mine are

Were those the actual measurements of your truck?

 

[WJACKSON11X]

yeah I have the 52" rear springs which are 2.5" wide that are mounted in front. The brackets are made 3" wide to accept the poly bushings, which I didnt put in.