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Milenko72276 · 04-12-2002, 04:20 PM

I just tackled that project myself,for the first time.It isn't as bad as it sounds,the worst thing is the drum brake springs.If you've done that before you will be okay.When you take the 8 bolts from the hub it will seep some axle grease.Also a torque wrench and a spindle nut socket will come in handy.I bought the socket at O'Reilly Auto for $27.Mine was the one with 6 prongs.My truck is also a 72'K20 with 8" lift.I can dig up the torque specs if you'd like.

04-12-2002, 04:20 PM	#2
Milenko72276 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Richmond MO,USA Posts: 73	I just tackled that project myself,for the first time.It isn't as bad as it sounds,the worst thing is the drum brake springs.If you've done that before you will be okay.When you take the 8 bolts from the hub it will seep some axle grease.Also a torque wrench and a spindle nut socket will come in handy.I bought the socket at O'Reilly Auto for $27.Mine was the one with 6 prongs.My truck is also a 72'K20 with 8" lift.I can dig up the torque specs if you'd like. __________________ 72' Camper Special,454,th350,np205,4.56 locker,dana44 with spool,13" of lift and 44" boggers.soon to be 23" with rear disc brakes