60mm Outback Shackle Kit

Description

60mm Outback Shackle Kit suit Al-ko Off-Road Springs

60mm outback shackle kit is suitable for all 60mm Outback, Off-road and standard tandem caravan springs.

Self lubvrication is a feature of nylon bushes however, this type of bush is high wearing when used in offroad installations. Steel bushing are preferred for use in outback spring installations.

Specifications

1. 5/8″ Greasable Bolts
2. 32mm Wide Shackle Plates
3. 75mm hole Centers

Purchase replacement 60mm Off-Road Steel Spring Bush here

Shackle bolt spin causes premature wear and failure. Bolt heads are welded to the shackle plate to help prevent the bolt spinning.

Greaseable bolts are used when inserted into a steel bush. The movement of steel on steel causes excessive were, as a result, grease the shackle bolts.

Spring hangers should be 35mm longer than the length of the off-road spring, for best operation. In other words, add 35mm to the spring length of 841mm.

If the distance between your front and your back hanger is less than 875 then your springs will not work effectively.

Example, when looking at your shackle plate, the plate should be pointing towards 7 o’clock. If this distance is more then, measure your shackle hangers.

How to fit Al-ko outback springs

News articles

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Couplemate Trailer Parts sells only the best quality 60mm Outback Shackle Kit and caravan spare parts throughout Australia.

Customers are welcome to either pickup or take advantage of our low freight rates. Express shipping to Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Darwin, and Hobart.

We also ship products to New Zealand via Australia Post Air Express.

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Last Updated on July 7, 2020