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12-08-2012, 02:27 PM
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Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: renous newbrunswick
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lower control arm u bolts
i am installing new u bolts for 73-87 in my 65 crossmember. i know i have to drill 9/16ths holes but what do i need to torque the nuts at. this should be stronger as i am putting in a BBC.
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12-08-2012, 05:12 PM
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Re: lower control arm u bolts
Did you change to 73-87 lower control arms?
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12-08-2012, 06:36 PM
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Re: lower control arm u bolts
I had my LCA's off not that long ago. I didnt worry about a torque spec, just made them tight.. They are still on
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12-08-2012, 07:27 PM
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Re: lower control arm u bolts
no; i am still using the stock 65 LCA arms
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12-09-2012, 12:05 AM
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Location: Chickasha, OK
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Re: lower control arm u bolts
Def a good thing to do while you're in there. I just did mine that way.
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