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#235659 06/13/2007 4:07 AM
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Hi All,

My truck never did sit level when viewed from the rear, one side of the bed was higher. The bed is off now and there is about 1/2" differance in the frame height. Will new springs even things out or is 1/2" within "normal"? I measured the frame just behind the cab and the heights are much more even there.


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#235660 06/13/2007 4:25 AM
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May be a bent frame from an overload or a previous accident. Without a frame machine, it would be hard to tell for sure. Without a good foundation, you won't get a good end result.
Just a thought,
Scott


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#235661 06/13/2007 11:07 AM
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Measure the difference at the back springs (from chassis to axle) to determine if it is the springs or the chassis. I was lucky, my problem was with the spacers under the bed. Now nice and very level!


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