That stupid bolt between the suspension springs

[77blazin]

Got a question for you all?, my 78 got hit by a new Tacoma just recently, kinda like a head on collision, but just swiped my passenger side of the truck, he grazed my fender but slammed into my brand new 35" tire sending the whole steering into the right also sliding the front axle that the leaf springs were perched on a 1 1/2" back from its original positon, I just picked up a new axle, but ran into a problem with the springs, theres a bolt that aligns the springs in the middle, where can I find a pair of these new?, the springs are believed to be a 4 or 6" lift but I'm not sure, if need a picture of the 78, I'll put one on.
Mike

 

[broc944]

You should be able to pick them up at any auto parts store, I bought some at my local NAPA store this summer. Just measure the length you need, you can always cut it down if need be. They are called leaf spring center pins.

 

[77blazin]

Thanks Broc944, I'll check on it Monday.
Mike

 

[1BEATK5]

another option is a grade 8 allen head bolt. 3" usually works good and you can put the wrench in it so it won't spin.