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Weldangrind · 04-20-2015, 02:29 PM

Since the 2500 HD springs have two more leaves (and a fatter and longer overloader), I couldn't use the stock size u-bolts. I also couldn't use the 2500HD u-bolts, because the thread doesn't extend far enough up the shank, and because the 1500 bottom plate holes are too small.

The solution was to have custom u-bolts bent up at Carrier Suspension in Abbotsford, for $10 each. I think that's fair for Grade 8 u-bolts with fine thread, deep well nuts and hardened washers.

Here's a comparison of the 1500, custom and 2500HD u-bolts:

U-Bolts.jpg

04-20-2015, 02:29 PM	#5
Weldangrind Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sardis, BC, Canada Posts: 25,977	Since the 2500 HD springs have two more leaves (and a fatter and longer overloader), I couldn't use the stock size u-bolts. I also couldn't use the 2500HD u-bolts, because the thread doesn't extend far enough up the shank, and because the 1500 bottom plate holes are too small. The solution was to have custom u-bolts bent up at Carrier Suspension in Abbotsford, for $10 each. I think that's fair for Grade 8 u-bolts with fine thread, deep well nuts and hardened washers. Here's a comparison of the 1500, custom and 2500HD u-bolts: U-Bolts.jpg __________________ Weldangrind "I figure I'm well-prepared for coping with a bike that comes from the factory with unresolved issues and that rewards the self-reliant owner." - Buccaneer
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