2nd Gen Rear Leaf Spring Bushings

[V8BoatBuilder]

I'm going to be installing Warrior shackles on my 1997 AWD V8 soon. While I have the shackles off, I think its worth while to replace the bushings - I have 109,000 miles on it.

On Hank's flexplorers site: Dead Link Removed he lists a rear bushing kit: KF02019

Energy Suspension does not have a kit for 2nd gens, but does have the: "ENS-4-2124G Bushing, Rear Leaf Spring Set, Ford/Mazda 1991-94, Black" which is availible at Summit Racing.

Will the energy kit fit the 2nd gens? Is it worth it? Who's done it?

Thanks,
Aaron

 

[Texplorer]

I was thinkin about doing the same thing when I put in my shackles but I think they have to be pressed out. I sure couldnt of done it on my own.

 

[V8BoatBuilder]

Hmm... pressed out... What about an air chisel and/or c-clamps?