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05-28-2011, 04:20 PM
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FLipkit ?
Ok on my 1986 Sub if i do the flipkit can i reuse my u bolts or will i have to get new ones.
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05-28-2011, 04:23 PM
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Re: FLipkit ?
It is a bad idea to reuse U bolts. Cheap insurance to get new ones.
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05-28-2011, 04:52 PM
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Re: FLipkit ?
Would any parts store just have them in stock.
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05-28-2011, 05:06 PM
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Re: FLipkit ?
Napa might, a 4x4 shop should, spring shop will have them or make them, LMC will if you cam wait.
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05-28-2011, 05:32 PM
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Re: FLipkit ?
Ok cool.
Thanks for the help.
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05-29-2011, 06:22 PM
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Re: FLipkit ?
Be sure that you tighten them twice once you get new ones. They are prone to settle and stretch. Drive it a bit, and give them a once over and your good.
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05-30-2011, 10:19 PM
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Re: FLipkit ?
I'm in California, and I did a flip kit last November...My u bolts were re-useable, although I replaced them anyway...probably not a bad idea to use new ones.
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06-01-2011, 07:11 PM
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Re: FLipkit ?
OK i will do that is there any way to do the flipkit and not remove the leaf springs. Like take the axle out and slide it in over the springs.
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06-01-2011, 10:46 PM
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Re: FLipkit ?
You can just drop the shackle end, but it will mean more work. You will have to disconnect the E-brake cable, brake line, and pull the D shaft out to slide it back far enough.
It's much simpler to unbolt both ends of the spring and set them aside. Raise the axle and put your springs underneath.
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06-01-2011, 11:41 PM
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Re: FLipkit ?
OK im just tryin to find the best way to do it. Ive heard the burbs have some stuff in the way of some of the bolts. Ive done lots of trucks but no SUVs.
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