carli mini pack ?

[StrokerAce74]

So last night I was finally able to install the Carli mini leaf packs. Install was smooth but I just had one question, the directions stated to torque the u-bolts to 100 ft/lbs. But when I installed my icon lift they were torqued to 185 ft/lbs. Why the discrepancy? 100 ft/lbs doesn't seem enough to me. Ill post reviews once I drive the truck.

[TwinTurboStroker]

Did you use different ubolts???

[StrokerAce74]

Yes new ones were supplied.

[TwinTurboStroker]

The new ubolts could be a higher grade, meaning they don't need to be torqued as high, but I will still check them

[StrokerAce74]

Idk, they look about the same... I called Carli suspensions and they couldn't give me a clear answer as to why, but they said ill be fine. Can any vendors shed light onto the subject.

[TwinTurboStroker]

It's what it sounds like to me bud, higher or strong metal material doesn't need to be torqued as high cuz they have a higher or stronger clamping force then softer metals

[OCVeloMan]

U-bolt torque specs usually hover around 110 ft.lbs. with a torque re-check around 500 miles after installation. We normally torque them to about 150 ft.lbs. (many customers drive a long way in and don't want to come back for a re-torque) in the shop and have never had an issue.