Leaf spring shackle

Tiny
JASONPYZO
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  • 1993 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
  • 5.7L
  • V8
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 168,000 MILES
I am replacing the leaf spring shackles because of rust and bushing problems. I ordered new ones and the inside width where the leaf spring attaches to the shackle is 1/4" to big. I have searched around and there all the same and even found one 1/2" bigger. I know it is not suppose to be loose in there because the bushing sleeve has ridges to bit the inside of the shackle. Any help would be appreciated.
Wednesday, July 13th, 2016 AT 5:39 AM

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Tiny
RIVERMIKERAT
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The bushings must be pressed in and out, they do not slide in and out easily. Being rubber or urethane, they will conform to the size of the leaf spring eye.
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Wednesday, July 13th, 2016 AT 8:40 AM
Tiny
JASONPYZO
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I am not talking about the leaf spring, I am talking about the shackle that the leaf spring goes in. The shackle is to wide.
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Wednesday, July 13th, 2016 AT 10:16 AM
Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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You are correct. There should not be play in there. Are you sure the parts store is giving you the correct ones for your year vehicle? Also, I believe there was a difference between the WT trucks and others that year. Make sure the parts store knows the correct one.
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Wednesday, July 13th, 2016 AT 8:04 PM

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