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we have a problem with our shackles for some reason the leaf is hitting on the frame. we tried putting on shorter shackles but that didnt work. do you guys have any ideas?

When all else fails, try putting the part number shackle that Packard specified in their parts book. No need to reinvent the wheel or the shackle.

we do have the original one on there and it still rubs does anybody have any pics of their 24 series car around the shackle area?

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If the spring's hitting the frame is this being caused by something such as a spring leaf?

don't see any broken leafs, wouldn't it be kinda strange that both sides would do the same thing at same time?

What part of the spring is contacting what part of the frame? Is the side of the spring hitting the frame? I read in the service information on this web site that there is something about the spring not being centered in the shackle. Check the rubber bushings. It also said that you may have to hammer the frame over a bit the increase clearance. Dosn't sound like a great idea to me. I can't quote the area I found the info on the dragging springs. Way too much information to look thru to find it again. Sorry

would the j looking connector being weak have the effect of the spring rubbing on the frame? what should be the throat opening dimension be and is that connector made of spring material?

I did offer you a copy of the rear leaf spring shackle from the 1951 Serviceman's Training Guide. Were you not interested in same?

yes , i am interested

OK, got your email and sent the picture moments ago. Hope it proves helpful.