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Discussion in 'CJ' started by Davis, Apr 2, 2017.

  1. Apr 2, 2017 at 7:00 AM
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    Davis

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    Davis [OP] New Member

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    I have a 78 cj7 and I'm looking to install a body lift but bolts are just turning. HELP
     
    Davis, Apr 2, 2017
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  2. Apr 2, 2017 at 8:31 AM
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    chris4x4

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    chris4x4 With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine Moderator

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    Welcome! Are the nuts to the body bolts visible?
     
    chris4x4, Apr 2, 2017
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  3. Apr 2, 2017 at 8:48 AM
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    aggrex

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    aggrex Well-Known Member

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    Welcome! Not too suprising due to the age of the vehicle but I'm sure you used the usual steps (PB blaster, heat,etc) or impact wrench. Like mentioned above access to the nuts will be key. Are all the bolts just spinning or just a few?
     
    aggrex, Apr 2, 2017
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  4. Apr 3, 2017 at 9:21 AM
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    OFFGRID

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    Howell fuel injection, header, HEI distributor, TH350, NP208, SOA lift with YJ springs in the front & GW springs in the Rear. AMC20 with G2 1 piece chromos trussed, Dana 30 with G2 chromos and 760x ujoints and MM Stainless Hubs, Geared 4.56. Tom Woods shafts, Metal cloaks, Caged, 37" Toyo MTs.
    The fun begins! Drill, good heavy chisel, and a 3lb sledge hammer.
     
    OFFGRID, Apr 3, 2017
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