If you don’t like sucking in thin air or are afraid of heights, this is a pretty easy cheap way to get you closer to the ground.
Parts List:
- U-Bolts: AUBK8354-072 (Automann)
- Shims: 43-1067B (Stemph Automotive)
Procedure is easier said than done, but if you have the tools and experience, it’s not a hard job.
- Lift truck by frame
- Remove tires
- Support axle beam
- Cut and remove u-bolts
- Remove lift block
- Torch out centering dowel in axle beam
- Loosely install u-bolts with oil on threads
- Slide shim in with fat end on the rear side of the axle
- Tighten down u-bolts evenly while making sure spring pin center bolt is engaged in hole in axle beam
- Torque nuts to 300 lb-ft
- Retorque after 2-3 days of driving or if movement is seen or felt
- Enjoy the new stance
Smiles per Gallon 