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Re: 65 lower control arm u bolt BROKE!!!
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Originally Posted by 65shortbox
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Yep, it happened last month on my friend's '65 when he was backing out of shop to his driveway that hooks to the right at his home. It's a good idea to replace them, especially if they are the originals. I actually purchased new larger U-bolts for this build up, replacing the 10+ year old ones the previous owner installed. Once you install the new U-bolts, be sure the check and re-torque them periodically (once one loosens up, it puts a lot of strain on the other).
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1963 C-10: Deluxe-optioned cab, shortbed, fleetside
Pontiac 462 ci, Kauffman D-Port alum. heads
4L80E, narrowed sheetmetal Ford 9-inch
Tubular front and rear suspension
Custom 6-piston front disc and 4-piston rear disc brakes
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