Does anybody know if the OEM "U" Bolts can be removed & re-installed without any bolt integrity issues? I understand they are torque to yield & must be replaced once removed?
I'm installing the Belltech leafs in a week or so & just want to confirm if I should order new ones.
TIA

 

I would reuse them if it was me.

 

Ive reused mine atleast 5-6 times now. Just make sure you are torquing them down smoothly, and not "popping" the torque on there like hitting the wrench with a hammer...
-Patrick

 

i wouldnt of my truck, but thats me. they scretch when they get torqued the 1st time, its your truck i guess. for what they cost, i'd so buy new ones.

 

Exactly

 

i've reused mine over 6 times... doesnt hurt anything.

 

I don't see it hurting anything. just torque to spec and you'll be fine.

 

Thanks for the reply folks!

 

they are not torque to yield. they can be used many times with no problems.

 

You should technically replace the u bolts every time because they'll stretch. You also don't want to run into an old rust spot but this won't happen if you're adding a leaf so if you add a leaf to it then you'll be fine. I personally replace u bolts on all vehicles over 5 years old but if it's a newer truck with enough thread then they'll be fine. Remember to retighten them after 1000 miles and every 5000 after that especially with the weather changing because they'll shrink and expand depending on temperature.