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The trailing arm mount bolts look over torqued. The drivers side didn't break but is surely weak. Do alignment shops know to torque only these nuts to ~18 ft-lb (based on the bolt spec site spdbrake shared)? Consider adding a bolt check to your maintenance routine.
My outer CV boots are torn and need replacement so off came the axles. One of the axle/spindle bolts required a pipe for leverage to remove. The other came off with a standard 1/2" ratchet. I estimate the torque on that one to be ~40-50 ft-lb. Spec is closer to 214 ft-lb. Consider checking these bolts too.
The diff is a little oily and leaves an occasional drop. Might as well replace 1 or more seals while everything is apart.
Will also replace the spring pads, trailing arm and control arm bushings, and add adjustable camber arms. Just need to decide which ones.
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