Dorman 929-716 Leaf Spring Axle U-Bolt Kit - Front

Dorman 929-716 Leaf Spring U-Bolt Kit

Dorman 929-716 is a leaf spring axle U-bolt kit built for secure leaf spring-to-axle attachment on select Chevrolet and GMC trucks and SUVs. It uses steel construction with a semi-gloss black finish, Grade 8 bolt strength, and fine 5/8 in threads for a direct-fit suspension service part.

Compatible With front suspension applications on vehicles such as Chevrolet K10, K20, K30, K5 Blazer, Blazer, V10, V20, V30, V10 Suburban, V20 Suburban, V1500 Suburban, V2500 Suburban, V3500, GMC Jimmy, K1500, K2500, K3500, K1500 Suburban, K2500 Suburban, and K3500 Suburban. Part number 929-716 is also referenced for related suspension service needs under the same application family.

• Steel construction with semi-gloss black finish
• Grade 8 bolt specification for suspension fastening
• Fine 5/8 in thread diameter
• Inside length: 7.75 in
• Inside width: 2.875 in
• Specific-fit design for select front leaf spring axle applications
• Nuts included

Application Details

This leaf spring axle U-bolt kit secures the leaf spring or leaf spring bundle to the underside of the axle on select Chevrolet and GMC front suspension setups. It is a standard replacement part for round-bend applications and should be matched to the leaf spring dimensions and axle configuration before installation. Dorman 929-716 is commonly searched for 1975-1986 Chevrolet K10 front, 1975-1986 Chevrolet K20 front, and 1979-1986 GMC K1500 front service work.

Common Repair Uses

• Loose or worn leaf spring axle clamping hardware
• Corrosion-damaged U-bolts on front suspension assemblies
• Suspension noise from reduced spring-to-axle clamping force
• Restoration of select Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Jimmy front suspension hardware
• Service replacement for round-bend leaf spring U-bolt applications

Installation Notes

Verify leaf spring width, axle tube size, inside length, and inside width before ordering. Confirm the front position and round-bend configuration listed for your vehicle, including Chevrolet K5 Blazer, GMC Jimmy, and related K-series applications. Replace suspension fasteners in matched pairs when required by service procedure, and torque all hardware to the vehicle manufacturer’s specifications after the suspension is loaded.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies standard replacement suspension hardware engineered to match the listed application details. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.