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86 CJ7 01-07-2012 06:58 AM

RK Leveling Kit--Help
 
I just installed a RK leveling kit, but am having problems with the new swaybar disconnects. The disconnects use 1/2" bolts and it requires that you enlarge the holes at the end of the swaybars. Now after drilling for over an hour and burning up 3 drill bits, I have given up and put the stock swaybar links back on. What is the easiest way to enlarge these holes?

wayoflife 01-07-2012 07:01 AM

using the right kind of drill bit helps out a lot. in the past, i've used a unibit that goes up to 1/2" and that's worked out the best. using a cobalt metal drilling bit should do the trick as well. it also helps to use a drill that you can control the speed on.

Indy08jk 01-07-2012 07:01 AM


Originally Posted by 86 CJ7 (Post 2774453)
I just installed a RK leveling kit, but am having problems with the new swaybar disconnects. The disconnects use 1/2" bolts and it requires that you enlarge the holes at the end of the swaybars. Now after drilling for over an hour and burning up 3 drill bits, I have given up and put the stock swaybar links back on. What is the easiest way to enlarge these holes?

Try using a step bit. Go slow and keep the bit cool with cutting oil.

OH9JK 01-07-2012 07:43 AM


Originally Posted by 86 CJ7
I just installed a RK leveling kit, but am having problems with the new swaybar disconnects. The disconnects use 1/2" bolts and it requires that you enlarge the holes at the end of the swaybars. Now after drilling for over an hour and burning up 3 drill bits, I have given up and put the stock swaybar links back on. What is the easiest way to enlarge these holes?

Are you using cutting oil? Also make sure you are using a high quality drill bit. Go slow and steady....don't forget the cutting oil!

CerOf 01-07-2012 10:56 AM

Can't say enough times to use a SLOW drill speed. If not, you will dull out the bit in less than a minute.

86 CJ7 01-09-2012 03:42 AM

Thanks for all the advise. I have a unibit in my toolbox. I get some oil today and give it another go at it his afternoon.


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