Buy Attaching Parts For Your Suspension
Your vehicle’s suspension is only as strong as its weakest link. While top-quality springs are essential, they are only part of the equation. Attaching parts—U-bolts, shackles, bushings, bolts, and shocks—are crucial to securing your suspension and enabling it to deliver the best performance and ride quality possible.
Old, worn, or improperly fitted components could compromise the safety and handling of your vehicle. Investing in fresh, high-quality attaching parts is essential for maintaining the integrity of your vehicle’s suspension system. Our inventory of attaching parts and installation kits ensures you have everything needed to mount your springs and get back on the road with confidence.
Explore our Attaching Parts Lookup Tool to find exactly what you need for your specific vehicle.
Why Attaching Parts Matter
Whether you’re restoring a classic or upgrading for performance, correctly installed and well-maintained attaching parts are essential. Here’s why:
- Torque Matters: U-bolts need to achieve the correct torque to secure your springs adequately, impacting handling and safety. Given this pressure, U-bolts should not be reused, as they would not properly hold the required torque.
- Smooth, Safe Ride: Worn-out shackles or aged and dry rotted cracked bushings can cause a rough ride, premature wear on suspension components, and even affect vehicle alignment.
- Total Spring Functionality: Springs are designed to flex and absorb shocks, but they can’t work optimally without proper attachment hardware.
Our Range of Attaching Parts
To ensure your suspension installation is smooth, reliable, and long-lasting, we stock a range of high-quality attaching parts. Each product is backed by our expertise and commitment to providing the best parts for your ride.
Find The Following In Our Attaching Parts Tool
- Bushings
- Bolts
- Shackles
- Shocks
- More
Looking for a complete solution? Browse Our Installation Kits
Our installation kits make the process of securing your springs straightforward and foolproof. Every installation kit includes all the essentials needed for your spring installation.
- Complete Kits: Avoid the guesswork with our pre-assembled kits containing the components you need.
- Ease of Installation: With the parts in one kit, you save time and ensure every attachment is matched perfectly to your springs.
- Trust the Experts: Our kits are designed by experts who understand what makes a suspension work flawlessly.
Find Complete Installation Kits For Your Vehicle In Our Vehicle Lookup Tool
Bushings
Bushings are vital for smooth, controlled movement between parts and to absorb road shocks. Different bushings offer unique benefits for varied vehicle needs, from smooth cruising to performance-focused setups.
- RB (Steel-Encased Rubber) Bushings: The go-to for front eyes of most automotive springs, these bushings offer excellent cushioning and durability.
- HB (All Rubber) Bushings: Ideal for rear spring eyes, all-rubber bushings provide a smooth, cushioned ride.
- Urethane Bushings: For performance-oriented builds, these bushings offer immediate response but are less cushioned. Great for high-performance vehicles where comfort is secondary.
- Bronze Bushings: Common in trucks, these greasable bushings are durable and perfect for long-lasting applications.
- Aluminum and Steel Bushings: These hard bushings provide no cushion and should only be used in performance applications.
- Threaded Bushings: Found in older and heavier vehicles, threaded bushings are built for durability.
If you’re unsure which bushing type suits your build, our team can help. Use our Attaching Parts Lookup Tool or reach out directly for expert guidance.
Shackles
Shackles allow your leaf springs to flex, letting the suspension respond to changing loads and road conditions. Each shackle part plays a crucial role, from the bolts to the pins.
- Correct Shackle Length: Ensures proper movement and suspension response. Different vehicles and setups require precise lengths to achieve optimal performance.
- Shackle Angle: Incorrect angles can limit suspension travel and negatively affect handling, so it’s critical to choose shackles suited to your vehicle’s specifications.
- Complete Kits or Individual Parts: Whether you need the whole setup or individual shackle pins and bolts, we have what you need.
Shocks: Enhance Ride Comfort and Control
Shocks are a critical component in any suspension system, playing an essential role in absorbing impacts and maintaining vehicle stability. While leaf springs provide support and flexibility, shocks control the rebound, offering a smoother, more controlled ride. Properly chosen shocks improve both performance and comfort, especially on rough or uneven terrain.
Older vehicle suspensions were not designed for gas shocks but in most cases good old hydraulic shocks just are no longer available for them. This is why we have chosen the brand we offer. KYB shocks are lower pressure gas shocks than others and are good replacements.
On the other hand, traditional hydraulic shocks are a more balanced choice.
Other Parts To Complete Your Suspension
- Axle Pad: Where used, are essential for protecting your axle from wear and ensuring a stable connection between the axle and leaf springs. Axle pads provide a cushion that reduces friction, prolonging the life of both your axle and springs.
- Coil Isolator: Coil isolators cushion your coil springs, helping to reduce noise, harshness, and vibration for a smoother ride experience. These are especially useful for performance setups where every bit of cushioning counts.
- Grease Fitting: For components that need regular lubrication, grease fittings are a must. They allow easy access for maintenance, extending the life of bushings and other moving parts in your suspension.
- Leaf Liner: Placed between leaf springs, leaf liners help reduce friction and wear, allowing your springs to flex more easily and prolonging their durability. They’re particularly valuable for high-performance or heavy-duty vehicles.
- Rebound Clip: These clips help control the movement of leaf springs, reducing excess travel and helping your springs return to their original position. Rebound clips are essential for a balanced, controlled ride.
- Specialty Nut: Specialty nuts provide added security for suspension installations where extra strength or a unique fit is needed. These nuts help ensure a tight, reliable connection that withstands road vibrations.
- Spring Hanger: Mount your leaf springs with confidence using our spring hangers, designed to provide a stable, secure anchor point for your springs and keep your suspension functioning at its best.
- Tip Insert: Helps in reducing interleaf friction and wear. These parts are crucial for extending the life of your springs and ensuring smooth operation.
- Miscellaneous Parts: From specialty fasteners to unique fittings, our selection of miscellaneous parts includes a variety of components designed to fit specific needs and provide the finishing touches for a complete suspension setup.
Each of these parts plays a unique role in ensuring your suspension functions at its best. For help choosing the right parts for your specific vehicle, consult our Attaching Parts Lookup Tool, or get in touch with our team of experts for personalized guidance.
Why Choose Eaton Detroit Spring for Attaching Parts?
For over 87 years, we have specialized in suspension systems, providing high-quality leaf springs and the attaching parts that go with them. Our expertise in suspension ensures that you get parts that fit, perform, and last.
- Unmatched Expertise: With decades of experience, we understand the nuances of each component in your suspension system.
- Precision and Quality: Our attaching parts are engineered to perform reliably, whether for restoration, customization, or performance applications.
- Customized Options: From U-bolts to shackle kits, we offer customization services to match your vehicle’s unique needs.
