Tom, Can you explain the "housing spreader" a bit more.. Maybe I just need to look at the Manuals tonight.. But I'm trying to get a figure for what you are talking about.. Thanx, Jeff Bade Chicago, IL 1980 Scout ][, 304, TF727, D300, 3" Body lift, 4" Spring lift, 33x12.5xr15 tires, 4 wheel disk, SS][ converted http://members.xoom.com/ScoutII