teflon leaf-spring spacers

[gunner]

1047294

Do the teflon leaf-spring spacers that reduce friction between the ends of the pack have a name?? I took a pack a part to inspect it on my 78 CJ5, and the things fell apart - little black plastic pieces all over the table, and I haven't found any advertised in the catalogues.



Any sugestions or info??



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[dingus]

1047295

you mean the bushings? available at any dealer or probably most parts stores...

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[gunner]

1047296

Thanks for the reply, but I have found the bushings everywhere. I mean the flat, plastic-teflon jobbers that go between each individual leaf. They are supposed to reduce the friction between the leaves....[addsig]

 

[cj5springbranch]

1047297

You are right they are spacer pads, you will find them at a truck & trailer spring shop I doudt anyone else would have them.[addsig]

 

[gunner]

1047298

Thanks, I'll give it a try - I think there are a few around town...[addsig]

 

[Bounty__Hunter]

1047321

Check with any spring shop. A 4wd mag did an article on a teflon tape that comes in a roll, cut and stick (self-adhesive) to your leaves.[addsig]

 

[berettajeep]

1047328

Like Bounty said,any spring place should have them.They are not to expensive either,about $0.50 each.[addsig]

 

[gunner]

1047335

Thanks for the input.



Do the teflon pads make any difference???[addsig]

 

[Bounty__Hunter]

1047384

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Don't use them, and the springs will squeek a LOT

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[gunner]

1050370

In case any one was interested...



After some checking around, I was able to track down a place that sells just the anti friction pads that go between the leaves.



Alcan spring has them for just about .50 a piece. They just need to know the with of the springs, and the diameter of the hole tab, and how many you need. These guys were exceedingly helpful - quick response on e-mail and a toll free number - 1-888-321-0870.



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[bigTlilODD]

1050375

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