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Old Jul 14, 2007 | 09:35 PM
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Leaning problem, PLEASE HELP

I have a 2007 F250 CC, SB, 4x4 PSD with almost 10k on it. I have noticed that the rear driver side of my truck seems to go downhill. Its almost like the bed is tweaked. The problem seems to be worse when I tow, no matter if its my 5th wheel or a tag trailer. Could it possibly be a bad spring on that side? I can even notice it when I drive behind it.... any ideas before I go to the dealership?
 
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Old Jul 14, 2007 | 10:22 PM
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Maybe a cracked leaf spring?
 
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Old Jul 14, 2007 | 10:37 PM
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Originally Posted by Tecman
Maybe a cracked leaf spring?

how can you tell?
 
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Old Jul 15, 2007 | 12:28 AM
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Measure from the bottom of the ground to the leaf spring on all four then go look at the exact same truck and measure
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Old Jul 15, 2007 | 11:47 AM
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Originally Posted by 97_Ex
how can you tell?
Clean off the leaf springs real good and look for a crack. Its normally close to the U bolts where it is tied to the axle. Its happend a few times to my landscaping trucks which are both fords.
 
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Old Jul 15, 2007 | 11:17 PM
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Have also noticed a lot of guys(me included) get it more with a full tank of fuel. I've got an air bag and compressor system, so I just air up the left a little higher and the problem's gone.....
 
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Old Jul 17, 2007 | 08:52 PM
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I had the same problem on my 2005 van. I ordered a firestone air bag kit and it took care of it. The kit is only about $200 and easy to install. It makes the truck ride better as well, it doesn't bottom out as easy. Just do a search online and there are plenty of sites that sell them, I figured it was easier and cheaper than replacing the spring.
 
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