U-bolt torque specs?

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After flip kit install , what are the right torque specs for the U-bolts? I reused factory bolts...
 

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3 ratty tat tats with an impact.

A quick google search and I saw 145 or 150 ft lbs.
 

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And dont forget to do them in an "x" pattern.
 

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Not a great idea to reuse U bolts. If you crank them to 159 ftlbs the will probably break. For your safety I would replace them.
 

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X3 one time usage since the threads stretch when torqued.
 

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