Build Dusty Roads - Tilda Bogue Service Station

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Finished up the afternoon with non-exciting things like adding all new 90 wt tip to tail and pumping fresh grease everywhere.
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Unboxed the wheels and loaded up the tries for mounting tomorrow.

I want to see it on all 4 before I rip into the front axle

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Did you know you can cut the old u-bolts with an angle grinder?
 
Well, I don’t want to derail your thread, but if you’ll indulge me addressing these two points…

Why would the 60 rear springs be side specific when the 40’s are not? I just checked the 62, and I put the LH marked one on the Driver’s side.
The 62 sat level side to side until I really started driving it, adding my meat sack was the only change.
As for 40’s, almost every one has a spare on one side or the other compounded by the fact that it is hanging off, effectively increasing the weight.

Seems Dobisons should make side specific springs for 40’s or at least include the spacer block.

As for removing a spring, my top isn’t even on and it’s pretty much settled level front to back on the DS with a hair of a rake on the PS. I’m already considering adding leafs, if anything, in anticipation of putting my top back on. Will probably do a spacer as well.
These springs just seem weak on the 40…

I appreciate your input and allowing me to air some of my misgivings. Your builds are fun to watch and informative.

Ian
Not to derail Nolen's thread but since you want to add more weight rather add a leaf to the rear driver's side first instead of the drop block. You can then add a leaf to the front driver's side and rear passenger side at the same time if you need to bolster the rear for the top.
 
Got the tires and all the black parts back from powder. Been running the roads most of the day. Too early to quit so I think I’ll bolt a few things on. Stay tuned.

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