Exactly how necessary are the coil spring retainers that clamp onto the bottom of the springs. (presumeably to hold them in place)

I broke the bolt coming out of the one on my driver's side when I changed my springs from stock, to a 2-inch OME HD spring.

I was wondering if it's going to effect the drive, offroad ability, or make a bunch of noise when driving... anybody had this happen?

Is the peice even necessary?

Any experiences anyone has with this would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks-

 

My bolt holes are rusted and soft so they stripped out bad.I don't have any in and have no ill effects yet.I wheel it all the time too.

 

If you don't completely unload that spring, you'll be OK. They are meant to keep the springs in place when the suspension is fully extended. I would replace the bolt. I left one off when I did my first 2"BB in a ZJ. Ended up spitting the spring out playing in some rocks.

 

Good thread...I was going to redrill and put a larger nut and bolt on mine, since my pass. side was stripped last weekend also! Sorry to hijack. I will be keeping an eye on this thread (especially from the full-time wheelers out there)! I thought it was important enough that I've taken it somewhat easy this week..

 

x2 replace the bolt

 

it will be fine on the road but as the rest have said replace if your wheeling

 

Thanks for the advice yall-