Rancho RS712 Front Axle Leaf Spring U-Bolt Kit for 1972-1986 Jeep CJ5 CJ7 CJ8

Vehicle Fitment

• 1972-1986 Jeep CJ5 (All Engines)
• 1972-1981 Jeep CJ6 (All Engines)
• 1976-1986 Jeep CJ7 (All Engines)
• 1981-1986 Jeep CJ8 Scrambler (All Engines)

Fitment Notes

• Front axle position only. For rear axle U-bolt applications on 1969-1975 CJ5 and CJ6, see Rancho RS713. For 1987-1995 Jeep Wrangler YJ, see Rancho RS720.
• Designed for use with 1 to 2.5 inch front lift applications - compatible with stock and aftermarket leaf spring packs within this range.
• U-bolt set includes one wider U-bolt (3.20 in. wide) for the passenger side and three standard-width U-bolts (2.55 in. wide) - confirm axle configuration before ordering.

Features

• Application-specific U-bolt dimensions are precisely sized to match the 1972-1986 Jeep CJ front axle housing, ensuring proper clamping force and correct spring-to-axle alignment.
• Zinc-plated steel construction provides corrosion resistance for long-term durability in off-road, trail, and wet-weather environments.
• Round U-bolt profile distributes clamping load evenly across the spring pack for consistent performance with both OE and aftermarket leaf springs.
• Compatible with stock and aftermarket leaf spring packs from 1 to 2.5 inches of lift - no separate sizing or modification required.
• Complete kit includes all required hardware for a clean, no-sourcing-required front axle leaf spring installation.

Specifications

• Position: Front Axle
• Lift Range: 1 inch - 2.5 inches
• U-Bolt Style: Round
• U-Bolt Diameter: 0.500 in. (1/2 in.)
• U-Bolt Material: Steel
• U-Bolt Finish: Zinc Plated
• U-Bolt Size 1: 3.20 in. wide x 6.75 in. long (qty: 1)
• U-Bolt Size 2: 2.55 in. wide x 6.5 in. long (qty: 3)
• Quantity Sold: Set of 4 U-bolts with hardware

Included Components

• 1x U-Bolt - 3.20 in. wide x 6.75 in. long x 0.500 in. diameter (zinc plated steel, round style)
• 3x U-Bolts - 2.55 in. wide x 6.5 in. long x 0.500 in. diameter (zinc plated steel, round style)
• 1x Hardware Pack (lock nuts and washers)

Product Description

The Rancho RS712 is a front axle leaf spring U-bolt kit designed specifically for 1972-1986 Jeep CJ5, CJ6, CJ7, and CJ8 Scrambler models. The kit contains four zinc-plated steel round U-bolts in application-specific dimensions - one wider unit for the passenger side axle perch and three standard-width units - along with all required hardware. The precise sizing ensures correct clamping force and proper axle-to-spring alignment when used with 1 to 2.5 inch front lift applications, and the zinc plating provides corrosion resistance for long-term durability in the wet and muddy environments these Jeeps are built for.

The RS712 is compatible with both OE-spec and aftermarket leaf spring packs within the 1 to 2.5 inch lift range, making it a direct replacement for worn or damaged factory U-bolts as well as a proper installation companion for new front spring packs. For rear axle U-bolt applications on 1969-1975 CJ5 and CJ6, refer to Rancho RS713. For 1987-1995 Jeep Wrangler YJ front applications, refer to Rancho RS720.