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U bolts for 1" rear blocks

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by TrailRayted, May 26, 2019.

  1. May 26, 2019 at 7:45 AM
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    TrailRayted

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    I am putting Bilstein 5100's at all four corners. The fronts will be set at 1.75" so I'm adding 1" Supreme Suspensions - Rear Leveling blocks on the back. I bought them without U bolts because I have been reading about people having to cut and or modify the ones they send with these type of blocks (usually 10" U bolts). My question is what size bolts should I get and where might I get them? Thanks in advance, Ray
     
  2. May 26, 2019 at 8:01 AM
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    Rather than try to calculate the exact length needed, its easier to buy longer than stock U-bolts and then cut them to size.
     
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  3. May 26, 2019 at 8:27 AM
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    That seem to be what people are doing. I'd rather get the right size but will cut if I can't find the right ones. Thanks
     
  4. May 26, 2019 at 8:30 AM
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    Have you considered measuring what's on it stock and adding 1 inch?
     
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  5. May 26, 2019 at 8:37 AM
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    That's what I will do. I'm hoping someone here has done the same job and can direct me to where they got theirs.
     
  6. May 26, 2019 at 1:33 PM
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    Most rear block kits come with new u bolts. If not icon sells them for like $50 I think.
     
  7. May 26, 2019 at 1:34 PM
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    Thanks. I'll check them :)
     
  8. May 26, 2019 at 1:46 PM
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    You can get the length you need at Wheelers. Measure the stock u-bolts and add the inch for the block.
     
  9. May 26, 2019 at 3:21 PM
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    Stock is 8"' like said above wheelers has them.
     
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  10. May 26, 2019 at 6:34 PM
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    Thanks Jeff
     

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