front spring hanger issues

[redneckmtrsprts]

like the title said my front springs front hanger has wallered the hole out and I need to know can I repair this or just take and replace the hole assembly and drill out the rivets.

[simplysmn]

I would replace it yes it's going to be a Pain but much easier then trying to patch the old 1

[JimmieD]

I've fixed spring hangers by welding a heavy washer, 3/16" - 1/4" thick on either side and using a longer bolt where necessary.

[redneckmtrsprts]

how long has it lasted you with the washer repair

[JimmieD]

Several years. I used good quality, made in U.S.A. Grade 5 or better washers, not common hardware store Asian junk. I've done similar on spring shackles too, or welded them, or made new shackles.

[Farmboy]

Mine were not wallered out too bad but bad enough that the rivets were loose, I simply took the rivets out and put slightly bigger bolts with washers. Held up for 4 or 5 years now..