Left front rear spring hanger

[charter]

On my 68 4x4 the LFR spring hanger has rusted really thin. Can I grind it down and weld in new metal ? I found a new one it's $75 OEM new old stock. Finding one in PA that's in better shape may be tough. Any idea's would be appreciated

[fmartin_gila1]

Think if it was mine, I would opt for the NOS as long as you can get it. Grind off rivet heads and punch out rivets holding bracket to frame and mount new one with grade 8 bolts with metal self locking nuts. Make sure and do a thorough inspection of the rest of it, as it has all been together and been enduring the same environmental issues for the same time.
Fred

[71PA_Highboy]

Where are you in PA? The JY near me has a bunch of bumps (well picked over) with some good suspension on them.

I am up near erie...

regards,

Eric

[charter]

I can get all four 1980 hangers and both shackles from Ford. they are 3" wide rather than 2 1/2". I like the idea of the new ones because they will look better than the pitted up old ones. Does anyone know why Ford went to the wider spring ? I am going to Ford sometime this week to compare the old hanger to a new one. The only way I will do this is if, it is a direct bolt on. If it helps the frame is a 1976 Highboy. If anyone knows of any problems doing this let me hear it.

[AlleyCat]

Have you tried a spring shop? The aftermarket is making hangers and may have them to fit your truck.