Shock Mount Help

KBONSIG · 08-12-2008, 04:46 PM

Wanted to replace the top bolt / hardware for the rear shocks while I have the tub off. Not buying new shocks yet (the spending is adding up) but thought it would be a good idea to replace this hardware since it is pretty much rusted on, and fresh hardware would be easier to remove a year from now.

I cut the bolt to get the shock off - but as you can see in this pic I can't knock it out of the mount! Does it even come out or do I need new hardware to weld on all together?
http://s252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/kbonsig/th_IMG_2579.jpg

craigb86 · 08-12-2008, 04:52 PM

That is not meant to come out. You can either drill it out and fab something up or find a used one.

Craig

KBONSIG · 08-12-2008, 06:15 PM

I think MORE sells weld on replacements - does anyone know where else I can get a pair? 4WD Hardware does not sell them.

craigb86 · 08-12-2008, 06:27 PM

Those front or rear mounts? Those look like rear there are these on ebay.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/JEEP-PARTS-UNIVERSAL-SHOCK-MOUNTS-FITS-MANY-VEHICLES_W0QQitemZ140256776461QQcmdZViewItem

Found these also original nos one but still no bolt.

http://collinsbros.stores.yahoo.net/76cjrefrshmo.html

You would still have to find a bolt that works. I would just drill/cut out the one thats there and weld a new one on.

Craig

**BESRK** · 08-12-2008, 06:41 PM

I just made some shock hoops for my CJ5.. I'm goint to plasma the stock Narrowtrac (short) front shock mounts off the frame in a few days. If you want them, I can try to be careful with the removal so they can be welded back on. I think they're in good shape. Just let me know..

KBONSIG · 08-13-2008, 07:29 AM

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Originally Posted by BESRK

I just made some shock hoops for my CJ5.. I'm goint to plasma the stock Narrowtrac (short) front shock mounts off the frame in a few days. If you want them, I can try to be careful with the removal so they can be welded back on. I think they're in good shape. Just let me know..

Hey BESRK: So are you saying the front mounts on the CJ5 are the same for the rear mounts in the CJ7? I looked at them online and they do look alike - Thanks for the offer - But I have a ton of things to order today from quadrtrac so whats on more thing.

**BESRK** · 08-13-2008, 08:25 AM

Not sure if they're exact but I think they'd work. If I can remember, I'll take a closer look on my CJ today.

KBONSIG · 08-13-2008, 08:59 AM

I think it will work - looks like I may have to shave off a little to make it a flush fit - I'm going to give it a shot. Let me know what you think if you check out your CJ.

Thanks!

jeepmaniac · 08-13-2008, 09:31 AM

You might try to carefully cut and drill the old shock stud off, and replace it with a "bolt on" shock stud. My AFW (now TDK) CJ8 frame is set up with bolt on shock studs in the rear. A decent parts store should be able to help with replacement studs. May be easier than welding on a new bracket.

KBONSIG · 08-13-2008, 09:39 AM

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Originally Posted by jeepmaniac

You might try to carefully cut and drill the old shock stud off, and replace it with a "bolt on" shock stud. My AFW (now TDK) CJ8 frame is set up with bolt on shock studs in the rear. A decent parts store should be able to help with replacement studs. May be easier than welding on a new bracket.

I have a welder coming here next week to do some frame work - just dropped $400. more on various parts (I should be done now) including the cj5 shock mounts.

I can't deal with anymore rusted bolts between my old tub and this frame - my build would be much more enjoyable without all this rust.