Leaf spring eye bolts ???

[rustystud]

FWIW, I would recommend changing the two bolts to studs, sold by a variety of suppliers.


Dana 60 ARP Stud and Nut

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Would be worth the $20.00 cost.

Also consider, changing the Front Shackles to ORD Heavy Duty Version and use the Greasable bolt with nut that are available.

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Compare front shackles ..............Greasable bolt

Regards


I just changed mine out last month. I did use the "ORD" kit. Pretty nice kit though one of the zirk fittings blew out when I was greasing it. I also went with the studs. I loctited them into place and after the springs where all mounted I cut the studs down to the proper length.

 

[Drock]

FWIW, I would recommend changing the two bolts to studs, sold by a variety of suppliers.


Dana 60 ARP Stud and Nut

View attachment 632857

Would be worth the $20.00 cost.

Also consider, changing the Front Shackles to ORD Heavy Duty Version and use the Greasable bolt with nut that are available.

View attachment 632858 View attachment 632859
Compare front shackles ..............Greasable bolt

Regards


I just changed mine out last month. I did use the "ORD" kit. Pretty nice kit though one of the zirk fittings blew out when I was greasing it. I also went with the studs. I loctited them into place and after the springs where all mounted I cut the studs down to the proper length.

Do you have a link to those studs? I can't seem to find them online. All I keep finding is the studs for the high steer kits.

 

[rustystud]

Here you go. http://offroaddesign.com/catalog/Front U-Bolts.htm
I would also recommend getting the steering box support kit too. I installed one several years ago and it has really helped !

 

[Drock]

Okay can someone please help me find the torque specs for the leaf springs? I've stared at the TM's till I can't stand it anymore and still can't find them.

 

[cucvrus]

M100[h=3]Recommended U-Bolt Torque - Leaf Springs and Suspension Parts by ...[/h]https://www.autoandtrucksprings.com/pages/U-Bolt_Torque.html

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Leaf Spring U Bolt Kits For Heavy Trucks, Medium and Light Duty Trucks And ... Chevy/GMC Astro Safari Upper U-Bolt Plate Complete Kit, Rear Suspension.
9 or M1008?

 

[joshuak]

Okay can someone please help me find the torque specs for the leaf springs? I've stared at the TM's till I can't stand it anymore and still can't find them.

For the U bolt nuts? If so, TM-34. Step 11. I think has what you need.

 

[rustystud]

Okay can someone please help me find the torque specs for the leaf springs? I've stared at the TM's till I can't stand it anymore and still can't find them.

Are you talking about the U-bolts ? Their 150 ft Ibs . The lug nuts on the M1028 (1 ton) are 140 ft Ibs.

 

[Obijuank5]

Just go by the size and use this chart. It's industry standard.

https://www.boltdepot.com/fastener-information/bolts/US-Recommended-Torque.aspx

 

[Drock]

Cool thanks for the specs guy's. However now I have a new problem. I just finished the U-bolt flip when I noticed I have a broken leaf on the drivers side. Where do I find a stock replacement set of leaf springs for an M1028???

 

[Obijuank5]

Any 73-87 gm 3/4 and 1 ton had 56 rear springs. Very easy to find in the yards still. New replacements are also available. Your local spring shop will be able to rebuild your pack as well.