Hotchkis 1313 Trailing Arms, Lower, 59-64 GM B-Body User Manual
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6)
Use the grease provided to apply a heavy coat of grease to the bushings at both ends of the
Hotchkis arm. Apply a light coat of grease to the bushing contact areas on the frame and axle.
7)
Install the arm into the mounting locations on the frame and axle. Use the hardware kit provided
and the original shock mount stud to secure the Hotchkis trailing arm in place. Do not tighten
the hardware until both ends of the arm have been connected to the axle and frame.
8)
Repeat removal and installation of the opposite lower arm.
9)
Reinstall the springs. Only a trained technician should attempt this
. Use the welded spring seat
on the Hotchkis arms to center and mount the springs on each arm.
10)
Reattach the brake line to the top of the Hotchkis arm using the tapped hole on the top of the
trailing arm. Use the old mounting hardware.