Axle u-bolt dimensions?

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Aug 6, 2010 | 02:39 PM

G2IC_Wraith

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Axle u-bolt dimensions?

88 Ranger S-cab
2.3L, 5sp, 4x2
7.5" rear axle

I don't have access to the truck at the moment, but I would like to get some replacement u-bolts so I can be ready when I replace the springs and shocks.

I can't seen to find the dimensions any where. All the places I look want to know the width, length, bolt diameter.

Does anyone know what these dimensions are? Thanks.

Aug 12, 2010 | 07:54 PM

G2IC_Wraith

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Really!?

No one has any firm data on this? I can't be the only one to replace my u-bolts and springs.

Aug 12, 2010 | 08:05 PM

michigan66

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Your Ford dealer or a spring repair shop should be able to give you this information. I checked my Ford Service Manual and it did not list U bolt length.

Aug 12, 2010 | 09:50 PM

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You would think there is a chart some where that would list this kind of info.

I have been looking at some replacement springs online and even they won't tell me what size they are. No, I have not contacted the local dealer since it never seems like they have a clue. I thought, "what better place for info than the subject matter experts" like here. I am just surprised this isn't more readily available.

Doesn't anyone have a lift kit that comes with u-bolts? Say a 3 " lift kit that comes with 1/2" dia, 2 3/4" wide, 10" length. Well just subtract 3" from 10, and the rest is the same.