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Old Jan 17, 2013 | 03:00 PM
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What U-Bolts do I need to do Lift Blocks. Since Im replacing the U-Bolts anyway might as well.
 
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Old Jan 17, 2013 | 11:48 PM
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Is it 4wd? IF so then you need to match the front.
 
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Old Jan 17, 2013 | 11:52 PM
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Is it 4wd? IF so then you need to match the front.
Nope 2wd
 
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Old Jan 19, 2013 | 02:41 PM
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Originally Posted by cheeseburger
What U-Bolts do I need to do Lift Blocks. Since Im replacing the U-Bolts anyway might as well.
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Is it 4wd? IF so then you need to match the front.
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Nope 2wd
Isn't it going to look a little funny with the rear jacked up on blocks?
 
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Old Jan 19, 2013 | 10:20 PM
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Isn't it going to look a little funny with the rear jacked up on blocks?
Fronts already lifted 2.5 inches now it sits level. I want the rake back and I think it looks better taller.
 
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Old Jan 20, 2013 | 10:45 AM
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What U-Bolts do I need to do Lift Blocks. Since Im replacing the U-Bolts anyway might as well.
Measure the axle tube diameter, the total length you want the U-bolts, and the diameter (rod size) of the current U-bolt, then you can go to a local spring shop and have new ones bent while you wait - they're usually a better quality than you get at a parts shop and no more expensive. Since they come in standard lengths, I get mine longer than I need and cut off the excess once the bolt is tightened in place.
 
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Old Jan 26, 2013 | 06:25 PM
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Well..... i didnt get a 3.21... but i did get a 3.55 with a Posi and its an 07 with 40k miles. It was in a service truck for the local telco company and the fluid has been changed... this is awesome... $440.00
 
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Old Jan 26, 2013 | 06:44 PM
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Originally Posted by cheeseburger
What U-Bolts do I need to do Lift Blocks. Since Im replacing the U-Bolts anyway might as well.
U-bolt.jpg

These are the U-bolt sizes, correct me if I'm wrong here guys:

A = 9/16"
B = 3.5"
C = 7.5" stock, 8.5" with 1 inch blocks, 9.5" with 2 inch blocks

This seems the place most guys get their U-bolts. Stengel Bros

Here is another. SD Truck Springs
 
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Old Jan 26, 2013 | 07:11 PM
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Well..... i didnt get a 3.21... but i did get a 3.55 with a Posi and its an 07 with 40k miles. It was in a service truck for the local telco company and the fluid has been changed... this is awesome... $440.00
you got a whole axle?
 
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Old Jan 26, 2013 | 07:17 PM
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Originally Posted by 06Dak4.7Silver
you got a whole axle?
Everything including the Sway bar and complete Brake set. and it was full of fluid. $440
 
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