Leveling out a 2wd
04-06-2012, 11:13 AM
#31
I did mine this week with the Ground Force kit as well (91200). I also installed the 2.5 degree shims between the springs & axle. I don't know why a previous poster thought they'd have to replace U-bolts as well--the shims are thin, and there are plenty of threads on the factory U-bolts.
Took me awhile since I don't have a lift, did it myself, and only used a floor jack. But I must say, it does look great when it's done. I'll have to post fresh pics of it soon.
Word of warning--when they say the leaf springs are "under pressure", you better damn-well believe it! I thought I had the frame on one side jacked up way high enough before pulling a shackle bolt. That spring popped up and slammed into the underside of the bed, leaving a small bulge topside (tapped it back down). I made sure to jack the other side up even higher, and put an old folded bath towel above the spring before removing the shackle bolt. MUCH BETTER...
Took me awhile since I don't have a lift, did it myself, and only used a floor jack. But I must say, it does look great when it's done. I'll have to post fresh pics of it soon.
Word of warning--when they say the leaf springs are "under pressure", you better damn-well believe it! I thought I had the frame on one side jacked up way high enough before pulling a shackle bolt. That spring popped up and slammed into the underside of the bed, leaving a small bulge topside (tapped it back down). I made sure to jack the other side up even higher, and put an old folded bath towel above the spring before removing the shackle bolt. MUCH BETTER...
