Extreme Duty Leaf Springs U-Bolt Kit, 66-77 Ford Bronco SKU: 1195

Extreme Duty Leaf Springs U-Bolt Kit, 66-77 Ford Bronco

Extreme Duty Leaf Springs U-Bolt Kit 66-77 Bronco

Product Overview:

The force and stress placed on stock components by off-roading is enormous. We noticed that we were bending the stock U-bolt plates. So, we built these to take the abuse.

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The force and stress placed on stock components by off-roading is enormous. We noticed that we were bending the stock U-bolt plates. So, we built these to take the abuse.

The force and stress placed on stock components by off-roading is enormous. We noticed that we were bending the stock U-bolt plates. So, we set out to build some that could take abuse. We also noticed the stock 1/2" U-bolts were pretty weak so we increased them to 5/8". It may seem kind of simple to take a piece of thick metal and drill some holes. We have seen these types of plates. The problem is the edge of a plate like this causes a ridged pressure point and can cause the spring to break at that point. We invested in tooling that routers the edge of our plates. In doing so, we are able to keep a stock type edge which compliments the spring when it's articulating. Most aftermarket u-bolt plates are 3/8" thick. We think that's way to wimpy for most wheelers today. Our Extreme Duty plates are 5/8" thick steel zinc plated for looks and corrosion protection. The 5/8"x 3 1/4" x 8 3/4" u-bolts are also zinc plated for looks and corrosion protection. Before you buy an inferior set of plates and u-bolts take the time to add up the cost because the inconvenience of poor quality will long out live the thrill of a bargain.
These are a must have for trail runners and rock crawlers. Keep your rear axle and springs mounted solid!

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Q&A

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Asked by michael king, June 10, 2024 18:24

Q: will they work on stock springs

⮞ 1 Answer

Answered by ☆ sales - June 10, 2024 18:40

A: Yes, our kit will work with both stock or aftermarket leaf springs.

Asked by Chuck, June 12, 2022

Q: What should the torque setting be for the bolts?

⮞ 1 Answer

Answered by ☆ sales - June 13, 2022

A: The 5/8 Extreme Duty U-bolts should be torqued to 125 ft/lbs.

Asked by Shane, January 13, 2013

Q: What is the inside width of these U-Bolts?
Also, what is the width of the spring allowed?

⮞ 1 Answer

Answered by ☆ WH tech - January 14, 2013

A: 3.25 I.D. fits great 3-3.25. This kit #1195 is for 2.25 wide 66-77 Bronco springs. Look at part #791195 for 3 wide springs like 73-79 F150/78-79 Bronco.

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PRODUCT REVIEWS

Daniel Rohrbaugh

Reviewed 09/22/2024

These are the absolute best U-bolt kits out there. I Recommend them on all my customers builds

John Winker

Reviewed 08/19/2021

Used these for a 9" install in a 1965 Econoline, replacing the old 7.5 "peanut" rear end. The sheer weight over stock gives a clear indication how much stronger they are. Each U-bolt is as large as the nuts on the old ones. The top plate is a massive solid chunk. Wild Horses sent me the wrong washers, but then THEY CALLED ME to tell me they were sending the right ones. That phone call, by itself, seems to be a dying art and much appreciated in today's world of phone trees and robocalls for most other companies' "Customer Service."

Greg Custred

Reviewed 03/17/2021

Just as described, high quality product, fit was excellent, packaged well. Shipped on time.

Chuck

Reviewed 08/19/2020

The extreme duty u-bolts are high quality and fit great. Look good too!

Cory Anderson

Reviewed 06/23/2018

Excellent product. Looks good and works great.

rodney hester

Reviewed 04/02/2018

I broke two center pins and found the U-bolt threads literally stripped so bad the nuts had worked there way loose and I lost the bottle leaf and a wedge on the trail due to this. With this Extreme duty kit I have zero fear of that ever happening again, Wedges and leaves are now held solidly in place. Cant wait to get to moab now.

eric benning

Reviewed 09/29/2015

These things are fantastic. They make the originals look like a joke. They also work with the new leaf springs where the old plates need to be drilled out to accept the larger pin on the top. Great product.

tonythefish

Reviewed 05/15/2015

Nice product

Cmello

Reviewed 11/15/2014

Nice kit

FML

Reviewed 09/24/2014

Great Quality -HEAVY DUTY! Buy them, you won't be disappointed

Tim H.

Reviewed 08/21/2014

These things are very heavy duty. Just make sure to follow the instructions and retorque the nuts after the first few times you drive the bronco.

JOJO

Reviewed 12/09/2013

I've used a few sets of u-bolts and plates over the years, these are by far the heaviest set I've put on a Bronco personally. Great fit and well worth the price, I will buy again when I do the next Bronco up. Thanks WH

Matt

Reviewed 05/01/2012

I was swapping my old original 9" with a newer one, and the housing was 3 1/4" which is bigger than the original. So I called Wild Horses, and they had what I needed! Got it shipped quickly and slapped them on, and couldn't have been a better fit. These are the real deal!

Sparky Doe

Reviewed 12/05/2011

Quality parts!

David

Reviewed 11/25/2011

I ordered these u bolts and retaining plates because mine were weak and also an eye sore. These appear to be very strong and also are a nice finishing touch for someone that appreciates their Bronco.

Danny

Reviewed 07/23/2011

High quality was my first thought but when I pulled them out of the box and felt the weight, I thought now these are beefy!! I don't think there is better set made.

Darren T

Reviewed 05/22/2011

Wow, these things are stout! Very easy to install (other than removing the old ones). This stopped a lot of the creaking from the old springs and even seems to reduce axle wrap. They are definitely the strongest link in my rear suspension now.

elriflero

Reviewed 01/03/2009

I purchased the kit for the plates. Great design & well worth the money. I used them with another brand of leaf springs without a problem.

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