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Need help finding replacement U Bolts

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by TBX, May 3, 2021.

  1. May 3, 2021 at 1:04 AM
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    TBX

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    I'm helping my brother in law with his 2nd Gen. Does anyone know where I can find extended length U Bolts for the rear? His current U Bolts are roughly 9" and he needs at least 11-12".

    A little info
    - He purchased a used 2012 Tacoma Double Cab 2x4
    - It has a 6" drop bracket lift in the front and appears to have a 3-4" AAL in the rear?
    - It has a negative rake and he just purchased a 1" block to level the truck.
    - The 1" block kit he purchased comes U bolts but they are too short (roughly 8" or so).
    - The current U Bolts are about 9" in length. They do not look stock since it appears to be on a flip cut with round portion around axle instead of onto of leaf packs.
    - Upon installing the new 1" block with his current 9" U Bolt, it appears to need another 2-3 inches of thread to be safe.

    I looked around online and most places only have up to about 9" flip kit U bolts. I don't see anything around 11-12" with the round ends.

    Thanks for your help!
     
  2. May 3, 2021 at 1:17 AM
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    You may have to stop by a spring shop and have them custom made.
     
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    Anyone one else know where the extended U Bolts may be available?
     
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    They don't have the size and style I need.

    I went to some local stores and they didn't have the exact size and style I need.

    Thanks, I was looking at that website. They seem to be good quality but I decided to go with RoughCountry.

    Thanks, I was checking this website last night and didn't see what I need but now I do. Just ordered a set!
     
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