LoTGoD Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 I think that is the correct name for them. These are the nylon pads that go between the leafs. I can't find them anywhere. I've checked all over the net. Anyone have a source for these? Thanks! Aaron Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoTGoD Posted October 13, 2009 Author Share Posted October 13, 2009 I guess my internet skills aren't that great... http://www.bds-suspension.com/products/ ... onpads.php It does say that they only fit BDS springs, but for $12 I'll take my chances. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagle Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 www.huskyspring.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoTGoD Posted October 14, 2009 Author Share Posted October 14, 2009 http://www.huskyspring.com Eagle, I was on there yesterday, but couldn't find any link to the anti-friction pads. BTW...anyone know what centering bolts I need for stock 2WD leaf packs? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOrnbrod Posted October 15, 2009 Share Posted October 15, 2009 http://www.huskyspring.com Eagle, I was on there yesterday, but couldn't find any link to the anti-friction pads. BTW...anyone know what centering bolts I need for stock 2WD leaf packs? The standard MJ leaf springs use a 3/8" center bolt; the MT springs use a 1/2" bolt. Why don't you PM HellCreek (Tom), he might have all you need as he builds MJ springs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoTGoD Posted October 21, 2009 Author Share Posted October 21, 2009 http://www.huskyspring.com Eagle, I was on there yesterday, but couldn't find any link to the anti-friction pads. BTW...anyone know what centering bolts I need for stock 2WD leaf packs? The standard MJ leaf springs use a 3/8" center bolt; the MT springs use a 1/2" bolt. Why don't you PM HellCreek (Tom), he might have all you need as he builds MJ springs. I've sent Tom from HellCreek a PM, but I will post here as well just to get some input. I picked up a set of the Blue Torch Fab spring perches. These things are VERY BEEFY, but the hole for the centering pin is 5/8"! Does anyone have any idea if pins can be bought that have that large of a head on them? I'd imagine I could possibly use an allen head bolt with that large of a head, but will that be strong enough? I don't have an issue drilling out each spring for a larger diamter bolt, I just want to make sure I am doing this right. I figure the larger the pin, the less chance of axle wrap? Thanks, Aaron Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagle Posted October 21, 2009 Share Posted October 21, 2009 I figure the larger the pin, the less chance of axle wrap? Wrong. The pin just holds the leaves from sliding relative to each other. The pin is at the point where the axle sits, and that's the fulcrum for axle wrap. The diameter of the pin does NOTHING to prevent axle wrap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjeff87 Posted October 21, 2009 Share Posted October 21, 2009 I had the same problem with the Mopar perches (5/8"). I ended up installing the pins "backwards", with the pin ends and nuts into the hole in the perch. The nuts fit very snugly into the hole, plus they were 2X the height of the hex head on the pin and sit farther into the hole. So far no problems. I wasn't about to drill out all of the leaves..... Jeff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoTGoD Posted October 21, 2009 Author Share Posted October 21, 2009 I figure the larger the pin, the less chance of axle wrap? Wrong. The pin just holds the leaves from sliding relative to each other. The pin is at the point where the axle sits, and that's the fulcrum for axle wrap. The diameter of the pin does NOTHING to prevent axle wrap. So the length of the perch determines the amount of axle wrap? I had the same problem with the Mopar perches (5/8"). I ended up installing the pins "backwards", with the pin ends and nuts into the hole in the perch. The nuts fit very snugly into the hole, plus they were 2X the height of the hex head on the pin and sit farther into the hole. So far no problems. I wasn't about to drill out all of the leaves..... Jeff What size pins did you use? I don't have a problem doing it that way at all, as long as it is quick and easy :brows: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HellCreek Posted October 21, 2009 Share Posted October 21, 2009 Hi, Aaron, I received your PM, but I wanted to answer your question on the forum, so the rest of the guys could see the answer. The reason that the SOA perches have a 5/8" hole is that the stock springs have the center bolt head on the top for a standard SUA application. To keep people from having to remove the bolt and turn it over, they drill the SOA perches to 5/8" to fit over the nut. Yes, a socket head cap screw will work very well for a spring center bolt in a SOA application. The centering hole in the factory SUA perch is 12mm, so we turn down the standard 9/16" bolt heads in a lathe before we install them in our springs. The head size on a 3/8" socket head cap screw is also 9/16". Eagle is absolutely correct (as always), the center bolt merely holds the spring pack together and locates the spring on the axle perch. -Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WahooSteeler Posted October 22, 2009 Share Posted October 22, 2009 motion off-road has the friction pads....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeep.kevin Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 I found this thread when trying to locate some anti friction pads. Found these on ebay after failing at NAPA. and LoTGoD if you get a spring perch that is longer it should help with axle wrap. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=350598353137&fromMakeTrack=true&ssPageName=VIP:watchlink:top:en Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dankicksass Posted August 30, 2014 Share Posted August 30, 2014 Since this thread got dug up from the grave already, I'll weigh in. I just built my springs and used GM pads from Dorman #31067. They're round, but they're much thicker than the Jeep ones and come with soft rubber insulators that service a noise concern. Do they fit like stock? No. It took less than a minute of work with a knife for them to fit and I'm very pleased with the results. I'll need to wash more mud out of my springs after I wheel but I think that's a fine compromise. It cost me about $30. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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