mjestes17

Hey guys,

Installing all my new suspension while waiting for my 1-ton steering setup to show. I'm installing my Bilsteins in the rear when I notice the upper bolts are just free spinning. The nuts that are SUPPOSED to be tacked in have broken loose but thankfully nothing broke (seems to be common for the bolts to snap). Mine didn't snap but I need to find out what size wrench to squeeze up in there in order to get a grip and get these out. Anybody remember what size wrench they've used on those nuts? It would be a big help! I'm not in a huge hurry so I didn't want to frustrate myself by guessing with a dozen different wrenches when I can barely see or feel anything up in that crevice. Thanks!

craigjacob1

I believe they are the same size as the bolt head.
Unfortunately it might have been easier if they snapped. You may have to cut them off now.

https://www.roughcountry.com/jeep-xj...-nut-1082.html

Or you can replace them with 5/16-18 x 1.25 grade 8 bolts with lock washers. Just use some wire and guide them in from the top.