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Could you please help. need to know the thread size for the leaf spring u bolts. and type of thread. Thanks
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The U-Bolts for the springs are 7/16" - 20NF-2 threads.
See pages 282 thru 284 in the ORD 9 SNL G-740 maunal.
One of the right front axle U- Bolts is larger in inside diameter than the other three on front axle. Because it goes over the differential housing where the axle tube enters.
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Thank you.
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