Hot Rods Removing rear shackles 58 GMC 100

Hey guys,
I'm replacing some bad rear leaf springs in my 58 GMC 100 and can't get the shackle apart to get the spring off. The new spring has a threaded eye on one end and uses a smooth pin on the other. Are the outsides of the shackle pressed on? I have the bolts off but the side of the shackle is stuck on.

Carl-

 

Ooops, nevermind, they just needed more persuasion than I was ready to give. Got 'em though.

Carl-

 

Ah Yes, The old walking away from it for a moment trick Glad you got it!

 

tapered fittings are like that...whack it on the side with a hammer, it will pop off. Usually. Then you get a bigger hammer....

 

Hahahahaha. The walk away moments. Gota love it.

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Yea, a little embarrassing. Us computer nerds are not used to using force when something doesn't work lol.

 

The old springs were just resting on the bump stops so this should be a vast improvement