Bornindesert Posted June 21, 2013 Posted June 21, 2013 I'm in the 'thinking about it' phase for the next Comanche project, have been through several build threads for both types of SOA, with and without U-bolts. Wanted to get some veteran CC inputs on advantages or disadvantages of sticking with U-bolts verses a U-bolt eliminator approach. The most likely axle will be a re-geared D44, which I already have set aside. I'd be welding the perches or UBE myself if that's a factor. Thinking 6-8" of lift and 33" or 35" tires. What's the way to go here if you had the choice?
mvusse Posted June 21, 2013 Posted June 21, 2013 I never understood the point of u bolt eliminators. SOA with 3" lift springs will net you over 8" lift.
MiNi Beast Posted June 21, 2013 Posted June 21, 2013 UBE for the win! If check out my build have a well detailed install of a set of 1.5" UBe and I loved them. And wishing I still had them on my rear 60 now. I have had 2 sets of ubolts stretch on me more due to pavement pounding with a welded rear. The UBE are stronger I think and the mount itself acts as a reinforecement against axle wrap and added plate allows to mount a bumpstop easy enough. And with grade 8 bolts holding it together service to the rear is quicker and easier. Also the added benefit of being able to add up to a 1.5" lift is awesome
Bornindesert Posted June 21, 2013 Author Posted June 21, 2013 Haha MiNi Beast as if you already knew was just going through your build thread and the TnT UBE fab, getting lots of great ideas - loved the Dune Coon customs cross member and the Bronco Windshield!
mvusse Posted June 22, 2013 Posted June 22, 2013 I run 5/8" u bolts. Torque them back down after 100 miles and again after 500. Never had an issue with u bolts yet.
Bornindesert Posted June 22, 2013 Author Posted June 22, 2013 There's a button on my spring pack that is pretty tight to the stock perch on the last re-spring I did. It's 5/8ths for the metric ton spring I got. It's SUA. Is there anything special thats done when you flip the spring and use a weld on perch? Do you reverse the spring pack bolt too? Probably a stupid question...
MiNi Beast Posted June 22, 2013 Posted June 22, 2013 Talking center pin? U would flip it or cut bolt. Which was another nice thing is the placement on the ube allows you to move axle back or forward an 1". And the holes allow for a bigger center pin as well. Miss the 2 dr xjbronco, lol had a great time with it in Alabama.
mvusse Posted June 22, 2013 Posted June 22, 2013 The perches and u bolt plates I use also allow me to move the axle forward or backward one inch.
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