[cv70chall]

Looking for a set for my new 8.75 rear end. Anyone know of any of these that might be floating around?

Thanks!!

[dave-r]

Always use new U-bolts.

[cv70chall]

Dave-
I could not agree with you more, but what about the lower plates? Are they called lower shock mounts or leaf spring plates?
Any idea where I might get my hands on two of them?

[dave-r]

I am sure I saw somewhere that someone was making them. Just can't remember where.

Why can't you use the originals?

[dave-r]

Not exactly the same as the originals but will work;

http://firmfeel.com/Shockplates_e.htm

[cv70chall]

Hey Dave-

I do not have the originals and the ones with the 8.25 rear end I'm replacing won't fit. (Too small)

[christer]

Here is an overview of what Year One has to offer:

https://www.yearone.com/Catalog/1966-74 ... ?year=1970

A long time ago I bought a set. From what I remember, you could choose between three different lengths: 7", 8" or 9". That is maybe something to consider? (I might be wrong about the exact lengths. As I just wrote: It was a long time ago....)

[christer]

The u-bolts can be bought from ebay seller rob1426 for instance:

Ad: http://www.ebay.com/itm/380562070021?ss ... 1423.l2649
Store: http://www.ebay.com/sch/rob1426/m.html? ... 7675.l2562

64-74 A B E Body Correct Axle Housing U-Bolt Set. Grade 5 (1/2"-20 x 7-1/8"length U-bolts)
* $56.85.
* Original part number 1489747.
* Fits Dana and 8-3/4 axles.
* Includes all the parts in the photo
* The parts are the same size, markings and phosphate plating as the originals