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Old 02-08-2010, 11:20 PM
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Hey, im getting a 3 inch lift so some new u bolts are in order.

i know i need some grade 8, but i dont know what diameter or length, i have a d35 in the rear and im getting some full 3 inch packs.

Also, is it okay to go to homedepot or lowes for these??

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Most kits come with u-bolts,if not you can get them through the same place you are getting the kit.
Any 4wheel shop will have them and most autoparts,d-35 is very common and will be easy to find.
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who are you ordering the leaf packs from? most kits come with new u-bolts. if not, measure the diameter of the axle tube.
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Dana 35: 2 5/8 inch diameter
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too bad you weren't closer, i have a brand new set, custom bent by a spring shop with hardened steel and fine thread.
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is it ok to get them grade 8 from lowes or hdpot or something??
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no, i wouldn't trust store quality.
simply open up the phone book for a local spring shop and bring them a sample or measurements of what you need.

they maybe a little more expensive, but 100 times the quality.
hence, chrome u-bolts suck.
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Not sure about AZ but in NY most autoparts stores have both the 2.62" for the dana and 3.00" for the Chrysler in stock
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