U-bolts

[dale7637]

Just in the process of reinstalling a rear diff housing in a 2005 350 Drw. I had to have new u bolts made up, as the originals were seized up. The u bolts i had made are 1/2 material instead of 5/8 material. Will this be strong enough, or should i order a new set? I cant use ford u-bolts because this truck has had 4 extra leafs installed, so factory bolts are too short. Any thoughts, and does anyone know the proper torque for the ubolts?

 

[DaveBen]

You should be able to get the proper size U-bolts at a spring shop. Use the 5/8" bolts! 1/2" bolts are not as strong and you don't want the rear end falling out on the road.

Dave

 

[BIG JOE]

You should be able to get the proper size U-bolts at a spring shop. Use the 5/8" bolts! 1/2" bolts are not as strong and you don't want the rear end falling out on the road.

Dave

X2, cuz it sounds like you "Work" this truck.. 1/2" U-bolts are
purdy light stuff.. in my thinking. 3/4" even ?

jus my unsolicited .03

 

[dale7637]

Thanks fellas, i just ordered a set of 3/4 inch, will be here in the morning.

 

[BIG JOE]

Thanks fellas, i just ordered a set of 3/4 inch, will be here in the morning.

Yul be happy with that.

Fix it Once... But Fix it Right.

 

[DaveBen]

That will work!

Dave

 

[dale7637]

Its one of those things, it will be fixed right until the next piece breaks.