Anyone replace front leaf spring bushings by them self on a Columbia?

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  1. SimD

    SimD Light Load Member

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    If yes, how hard was it and any special tips/instructions?
     
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  3. baha

    baha Road Train Member

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    buy new spring, it will have new bushings already installed,ride will be much better. all U do jack up, jack stands /3 or 4 a must. unbolt them helper a must.
     
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  4. landstar8891

    landstar8891 Road Train Member

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    I just did all of mine..

    I would never do this myself..I got 4 estimates and gave the job to a spring guy...With all the hardware,busings,alignment and some other shims and other work,it was 1,500...

    You have to take the springs right off the truck and have the right tools to get them bushings out and you need to put them back in PERFECT or you will be replacing them in 6 months...There is some science to it..

    I am happy i paid the 1,500..My ride is tight and runs strait down the road...
     
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  5. Jimmbuds

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    I agree with Landstar8891, pay someone to have it done. I replaced both leafs under the steer, new u-bolts, shims, and alignment was only $1350. Parts alone were $1000, not bad and I didn't have to deal with it.
     
  6. Dorsey

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    Were did you have that done at?
     
  7. Jimmbuds

    Jimmbuds Medium Load Member

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    Big Moe's Spring in Birmingham, AL
     
  8. Dorsey

    Dorsey Medium Load Member

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    Thanks. I was thinking it would of been in the jax area.
     
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