i just put in a aal in 08 screw and cant seem to get the d---m spring align clamp to close back up tried big a-- clamp channel locks i got close but needs to come alot clocer together i was thinking useing a rose bud but didnt want to screw the plastic clips i dont think they will shift because the u bolts will stop them and center bolt will to any solutions to this problem try to save a buck and there is always one little thing that doesnt go perfectly thanks

 

Others who have done the install have used a mini sledge to pound it back in place and some have heated it with a torch before doing so.

 

also tried hitting it with sledge i guess i tried everything next is to heat them

 

Did you manage to get them back into place? I installed a Procomp AAL and have not been able to get the brackets bent all the way either.

 

Im thinking about doing an AAL.. what exaclty are all the steps involved in doing it? anyone have any write ups on it?

 

You need to know that it makes you ride a LOT stiffer. I didn't install mine, too lazy. Spent the $100 and let 4 Wheel Parts do it.

 

It really does? If you could do it again would you put a bigger block or stick with the AAL?

 

Last AAL i did for a guy he wanted to just grind the stud off and we completely removed the clamps all together.

 

Probably would have bought the block.

 

I personally disagree with this. Do you have a long or short AAL? My long Procomp barely changed the ride. It is a little firmer, but honestly I think it rides better now. The rear doesn't squat so much on big bumps anymore and feels alot more stable. My Bilsteins are probably helping that a little too though.

I would recommend an AAL over blocks if you haul or tow. I had 2500lbs in the bed last weekend and the truck handled it very well. Before the AAL with similar loads I was very close to the bumpstops. This time I had at least 6" more to go before bottoming out.

If you go AAL, just make sure it is a long leaf. Don't get the short versions that goes just above the overload spring. Shorter AAL's do make a much stiffer ride.

 

x2 w/ tequila.

my aal made mine ride stiffer, overall i like it more now

 

You are right regarding long AAL. Mine is shorter.