This week, Mike explains the two different types of U-bolts you may encounter and how to measure them.
Let’s start with the shape. We have square, we have round. Square U-bolts typically go over the spring, the round U-bolts typically go over the axle.
Let’s measure the U-bolt.
First thing we need to know is the diameter. Use a gauge, don’t guess. Guessing will get you in trouble.
Now we need to know how wide and how long it is. We always measure a U-bolt in between the legs. Now know everything there is to know about U-bolts