Originally Posted by Mike B
Is the other side bent over like this one?

I would start by taking your shackle apart and inspecting it. The pins are threaded in and should turn easily inside the bushing. Make sure the side plates aren't bent.

Shackle unit/kit Group 7.436....p/n 603712 can be found on the big auction site...

Mike B smile

Thanks. No the other side is straight.

'38 1.5ton; "The stuff is as tough as woodpecker lips"