Front spring rear shackle bracket on frame

[ggdad1951]

ok, starting to test fit parts prior to some major assembly time. I've noted that the brackets riveted to the frame for the front spring rear shackle are WAY loose for the shackle threaded bushing, in fact, they pretty much slide in. I'm thinking this is NOT a good thing. Thoughts? Can one find these cast brackets anywhere really or are they going to be a salvage operation? Can one "repair" them in any way?

[Tony_Urwin]

If it's the brackets that are worn, you can get new ones at

SILKE'S AUTO PARTS INC.

JACKSONVILLE, FL 32217

(904) 737-8600

or

COLLECTORS AUTO SUPPLY

OROVILLE, WA 98844

(800) 414-4462

Personally, I have never been able to afford anything at COLLECTORS. I think they specialize in classic auto parts for foreign millionaires.

[Young Ed]

Try Roberts. I know he has the ones for the rear of the rear springs on my 46.