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Old Nov 22, 2010 | 05:06 PM
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I'm putting 3 inch blocks in the back of my truck, is there a certain tightness the u bolts need to be, or should I just hammer them down?

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Old Nov 22, 2010 | 06:08 PM
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Ford manual says, spring U-bolt nuts 98-132 nm or 73-97 ft. lb.
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Old Nov 22, 2010 | 07:41 PM
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ok, appreciate the input thanks RTG.
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Old Nov 22, 2010 | 10:52 PM
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I should also mention that they recommend retorqing them after 100 miles.
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