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Old 11-09-2011 | 09:25 PM
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Can i reuse my stock u bolts on a RE 2in add a leaf
Old 11-09-2011 | 09:27 PM
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Most defintely .... I got a rc 3in kit and i reused mine... But OBVIOUSLY check that you still have a half inch (preferbly more) of thread left when putting it all back together, for saftey purposes of course
Old 11-09-2011 | 09:29 PM
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thanks, i was pretty sure but i have heard a few people say you cant
Old 11-09-2011 | 09:30 PM
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It's better if you don't.
Old 11-09-2011 | 09:31 PM
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Originally Posted by mr white
It's better if you don't.

its also better that you dont use an add a leaf, but I'm assuming cost is a factor here, so doing it right is not.

You can re use them, but its not advised.
Old 11-09-2011 | 09:34 PM
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what problems could i run into if i reuse them?
Old 11-09-2011 | 09:35 PM
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Originally Posted by dart22566
what problems could i run into if i reuse them?
They are probably rusty as ****.
Old 11-09-2011 | 10:57 PM
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Oh yea... I forgot to mention that...but figured it was common sense mine were basically brand new since I garage mine and am in Fl so no snow or nothing...sorry I assumed lol
Old 11-09-2011 | 11:02 PM
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Iv reused mine with no problems.
Old 11-09-2011 | 11:11 PM
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When you tighten down u-bolts they stretch. When i put new leaf packs i was advised to get new ones because of that. They arent too expensive and its just added insurance.
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Ive never had issues reusing them
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