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Frank_Zappa · 09-18-2015, 03:53 AM

Hi Everyone. I am new to the board but since I recently bought a 1971 Cheyenne K20 (Long Bed) I have a few questions like why the shackle at the rear of the front springs on the drivers side looks bent? And what to do about it?
The Truck

The Shackle (Drivers Side)

Slightly Different Angle On The Shackle (Drivers Side)

Passenger Side Shackle For Comparison

Also the truck can make a much tighter turn when turning right as opposed to when turning left. It doesn't appear to hit the turn limiting bolts on either side. Could this be related to the shackle issue?

09-18-2015, 03:53 AM	#1
Frank_Zappa Registered User Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Anaheim CA Posts: 42	Bent Shackle? Hi Everyone. I am new to the board but since I recently bought a 1971 Cheyenne K20 (Long Bed) I have a few questions like why the shackle at the rear of the front springs on the drivers side looks bent? And what to do about it? The Truck The Shackle (Drivers Side) Slightly Different Angle On The Shackle (Drivers Side) Passenger Side Shackle For Comparison Also the truck can make a much tighter turn when turning right as opposed to when turning left. It doesn't appear to hit the turn limiting bolts on either side. Could this be related to the shackle issue?



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