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1975 Jeep Cj 5 Mount Bracket
The new pivot brackets were then secured in place to mark where the additional mounting holes would be drilled in the frame.		 1975 Jeep Cj 5 Drill Frame
The new pivot brackets were then secured in place to mark where the additional mounting holes would be drilled in the frame.		 1975 Jeep Cj 5 Mark Hole
After determining the proper location for the rearward front leaf spring shackle mounting point, Mike marked and drilled a hole through the framerail.
1975 Jeep Cj 5 Drill Hole
After determining the proper location for the rearward front leaf spring shackle mounting point, Mike marked and drilled a hole through the framerail.		 1975 Jeep Cj 5 New Shackle Mounts
The new shackle mounts were installed using tube inserts in the frame with polyurethane bushings to support the shackle plates. This mounting method is said to keep the caster angle as close to stock as possible.		 1975 Jeep Cj 5 Intsall Shackles
After welding the tube inserts in the frame, the polyurethane bushings and shackles were secured as well as the leaf springs.
1975 Jeep Cj 5 Install Pivot Brackets
With the rear mount complete, the pivot brackets were installed on the front framehorns using the existing winch mounting plates and provided spacer plates. The Black Diamond 1-1/2-inch-lift leaf springs were also installed.		 1975 Jeep Cj 5 Black Diamond Leaf Springs
With the rear mount complete, the pivot brackets were installed on the front framehorns using the existing winch mounting plates and provided spacer plates. The Black Diamond 1-1/2-inch-lift leaf springs were also installed.		 1975 Jeep Cj 5 Long Travel Shock Mount Cage
The M.O.R.E. long-travel shock mount cage was mocked in place on the framerail and over the engine. The fenders were also removed to facilitate installation.
1975 Jeep Cj 5 Lower Shock Mounts
Lower shock mounts were welded to the Rockcrusher inner C-knuckles.		 1975 Jeep Cj 5 Heavy Duty Steering
With installation of the axles and suspension components complete, Mike installed a heavy-duty Tri-Country Gear tie rod and drag link to the Rockcrusher steering arms.		 1975 Jeep Cj 5 Leafs Installed
With the exception of shocks, the installation of the suspension components and the axles was complete.
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