AZJeff Posted January 29, 2021 Share Posted January 29, 2021 How hard is it to install new anti-squeak pads between the leaves of a spring when it’s on the vehicle? Any special suggestions for separating the end of the leaves to remove the old pad and install a new one? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghetdjc320 Posted January 29, 2021 Share Posted January 29, 2021 3 hours ago, AZJeff said: How hard is it to install new anti-squeak pads between the leaves of a spring when it’s on the vehicle? Any special suggestions for separating the end of the leaves to remove the old pad and install a new one? The ones under the main leaf will not become accessible by jacking up the truck. The ones beneath that may open up if you jack it up pretty high from the from or bumper. Otherwise just jack it up a bit and remove the leaf pack and reinstall one side at a time. Easy to do in the driveway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeatCJ Posted January 29, 2021 Share Posted January 29, 2021 Does anyone know what pads are used? I rebuilt 4 Waggoneer springs for my CJ, and had to buy a bag of 100. 2 1/2 inch square, oval button to retain them. I have quite a few, would be more than willing to help out at cost. Shipping in a flat rate envelope will be more than the pads, they are 15₵ each. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZJeff Posted January 29, 2021 Author Share Posted January 29, 2021 11 hours ago, ghetdjc320 said: The ones under the main leaf will not become accessible by jacking up the truck. The ones beneath that may open up if you jack it up pretty high from the from or bumper. Otherwise just jack it up a bit and remove the leaf pack and reinstall one side at a time. Easy to do in the driveway I was wondering if I (1)jacked up the vehicle so the axle hangs at full extension and then (2)hammer a wedge into the juncture between the two leaves to make some space, and then "coerce" the old pad out, and the new pad in. The trick is going to be how to drive in a wedge that I can then get back out. I have an air hammer that I KNOW will drive in a wedge, but getting it out is another story..... Anyone have any ideas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
89 MJ Posted January 29, 2021 Share Posted January 29, 2021 10 minutes ago, AZJeff said: Anyone have any ideas? Just pull and disassemble the leaf packs. It will save you a headache. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZJeff Posted January 29, 2021 Author Share Posted January 29, 2021 38 minutes ago, 89 MJ said: Just pull and disassemble the leaf packs. It will save you a headache. Yeah, but I just finished putting new bushings on, and new U-bolts. I just wanted to be lazy and not go through the hassle of taking then off again. Off to find some spring pads on line.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted January 29, 2021 Share Posted January 29, 2021 I see no reason why you can't shove a wedge in there to gain a little clearance to get at the #2 leaf's pad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghetdjc320 Posted January 29, 2021 Share Posted January 29, 2021 2 hours ago, Pete M said: I see no reason why you can't shove a wedge in there to gain a little clearance to get at the #2 leaf's pad. I’d hesitate to do that. He could damage that leaf fairly easily Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted January 29, 2021 Share Posted January 29, 2021 it's spring metal and he only needs like half an inch of space. but admittedly i'm thinking of this all happening when the suspension is fully drooped out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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