Add A Leaf

[jmeslo]

I've got the u bolts off but I can't get the center bolt that runs through the leafs to come off it just spins and there's no way of stopping it since they are rounded bolts not a real bolt. Any ideas on getting that center bolt off?

[87manche1]

Vise grips or cut it off and replace

[ParadiseMJ]

:agree:

 

Cut it.  You're going to have to replace it anyway

[Eagle]

Agreed -- cut it off.

 

Although I've had good luck clamping the round head in a pair of Vise-Grips. It helps to clamp the leaves together on both sides of the pin with C-clamps to take the load off the nut.

[Pete M]

absolutely have a C-clamp holding the leaves together, just in case there's any built-up tension that wants to release suddenly when you cut the bolt.  :yes:

[jmeslo]

Ended up cutting them off, tried the vise grips but it still spun. She's ready for the new rims and tires in the morning!

[92tanMJ]

Which AAL did you get?

[jmeslo]

Rough country

[91 Manche]

Interested in the rims if you want to sell them. Where are you located?

[jmeslo]

I'm in Atlanta.