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#543715 06/05/2009 3:39 AM
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Simple question, how much torque on the leaf spring center bolts for my 52 3600? Or just as tight as I can get them?

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This is just the alignment peg? Is it about 3/8"? I would start the bolt and nut and compress the spring with a large C clamp. Then torque to about 30-35 ft.lbs.,
Scott


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just be careful that is a non graded bolt !


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