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If they are oem 2004-2006 shackles they are weak and prone to unroll, so you can't go wrong by replacing them with 2008+ oem or PRG shackles. Obviously you would grease them up prior to install.
Common sense, metric tools, floor jack, jack stands suffice to install shackles. There are how to threads if you search. If you have a shop work on the springs, they could probably reinforce the shackles by welding pretty easily. The crappy welds are obvious when you look at where the metal wraps around the bushing.I'll call a local shop and see if they can install them. Looking at the Shackles they seem to be in good shape and couldn't find anything wrong with them other then that noise they make when not lubed.
Is it recommended to have a shop install the shackles or is it something anyone with common sense can do?
For $50 you can replace the OEM shackles with a pair of 08+ OEM shackles. The old design shackles will fail, it's just a matter of time.Shackles seem to be in good condition plus I've never towed anything. I think i will start by taking them off and lubing it with Mobile 1 Grease and hopefully it'll be fine.
Good to know. Where can i purchase them?For $50 you can replace the OEM shackles with a pair of 08+ OEM shackles. The old design shackles will fail, it's just a matter of time.
Cut and paste:Good to know. Where can i purchase them?
Thanks for the info. I really appreciated.Cut and paste:
Genuine Nissan Part# for the updated shackles is 55220-ZR00B, and yes they come with the bushings pre installed.
If you want new bolts and nuts, 55080-7S210 (Bolt) - 08918-6441A (Nut)
Just browse the online Nissan OEM parts stores and you'll find them for under $50.
Better come with booze & hooker for that.I called Nissan just to check how much the shackles cost and the guy said it was $267.00.
That's what i said. I'm sure it was the wrong part he was looking up because he was explaining that a shackle is a large part.