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Old Mar 15, 2019 | 11:56 PM
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Leveling kit info



So I got my 2012 f350 with a leveling kit, but I actually use my truck for towing so I gotta 5.5 inch block for the rear raising it 2 inches But the handling of the truck feels off. While steering it feels like my track bar is hella loose but she’s tight. Is this normal ? Or is it from the leveling kit? If so what part would help that. Like a track bar drop or radius arm drop ? And finally is there any pros to longer coils vs spacers ?
 
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Old Mar 18, 2019 | 09:04 AM
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I have always relied on a good front end/alignment shop to help with problems as yours. Get professional help.
 
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Old Mar 18, 2019 | 09:17 AM
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It’s a straight axle. There is no caster or camber adjustments. Just tow, and tow dosnt effect handling unless it’s way off
 
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Old Mar 18, 2019 | 09:14 PM
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There are adjustments, I believe it’s a rotating shim or collar with the ball joints.
 
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On twin I beam yes
 
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Old Mar 19, 2019 | 05:49 AM
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On twin I beam yes
Camber and caster can be adjusted with bushings/shims, etc. You need your caster angle fixed, probably with radius arm drop brackets.
 
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