Bent frame or something else
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Bent frame or something else
I just recenly bought a 2004 ranger fx4 level 2 from a local dealer. i ran carfax on this and i also checked out oasis because my dad works for a dealer. now that i have had the truck for a few weeks i am beginning to notice that the truck seems to sit lower on the passenger side when looking at it from both the front and the rear.
could the frame be bent causing this or maybe worn suspension parts? carfax came back clean but we all know how reliable that can be. the truck drives straight and the tired seem to be in good shape but it just bugs the hell out of me when i walk up behind my truck and it seems to be slanting to the passenger side a few inches no matter where its parked.
any suggestions or people that have had this same problem?
could the frame be bent causing this or maybe worn suspension parts? carfax came back clean but we all know how reliable that can be. the truck drives straight and the tired seem to be in good shape but it just bugs the hell out of me when i walk up behind my truck and it seems to be slanting to the passenger side a few inches no matter where its parked.
any suggestions or people that have had this same problem?
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It's a Ford thing. Literally, LOTS of Ford vehicles lean to one side or the other.
They sell a spacer you can install in the rear leaf springs to level it out, other than that you just kinda gotta live with it.
They sell a spacer you can install in the rear leaf springs to level it out, other than that you just kinda gotta live with it.
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Originally Posted by stryker6040
so is there anyway to get it checked out?
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If you have torsion bars, you may be able to adjust one side or the other to even it out... make sure you roll the truck back and forth about 10 feet to allow the suspension to settle between each measurement.
Also a good idea to get the alignment done after you finish your adjustment.
Good luck
Also a good idea to get the alignment done after you finish your adjustment.
Good luck
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I have an 03 Level II. It was a few inches low in front when i bought it used. The Torsion bar adjusters were backed out to lower the front for a short person?? I had my friend in the alignment rack at the dealership i worked at raise it to level and reset the alignment. The only bad part is (i raised the back by stripping off the hitch and spare tire) the ride is brutal stiff in front. Don't waste any time or money until you carefully measure the gap between the control arms(and frame ) and adjust the bars to level. pump the front bumper down after adjusting to settle, drive to alignment shop or have done by pro. This is common on new trucks and may not be a big deal.
Last edited by Level II 03; Nov 5, 2006 at 09:34 PM. Reason: typo
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