Spring Rear Hanger Bracket: Installation

Front Spring Bracket 

1. Install, properly position, clamp and weld the outboard side of the spring bracket.

   Use the General Equipment: Locking Pliers

   Use the General Equipment: MIG/MAG Welding Equipment

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2. Install the inboard welds. Use the General Equipment: MIG/MAG Welding Equipment

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   Rear Spring Bracket 

3. Loosely clamp the replacement bracket in a preliminary position. Perform measurements to verify proper placement of the new bracket, then clamp firmly into position. With all measurements verified and the new bracket in proper position, tack-weld the new bracket in place.

   Use the General Equipment: Locking Pliers

   Use the General Equipment: MIG/MAG Welding Equipment

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4. Re-check measurements, then solid weld the bracket to the frame. Use the General Equipment: MIG/MAG Welding Equipment

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5. Re-check measurements, then solid weld the bracket to the frame. Use the General Equipment: MIG/MAG Welding Equipment

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   All vehicles 

6. Metal finish the repair area using typical metal finishing techniques.
7. Restore corrosion protection. Refer to: CORROSION PREVENTION .
8. Install the spring. Refer to: Spring .