need help (radius arm questions)

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May 6, 2010 | 10:37 PM

Saber123316

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need help (radius arm questions)

So I have my front passenger side traction beam moved back about 3/4's of an inch.

my drivers is fine. for the longest time I thought I had a bent traction beam... until tonight.

the radius arm bushing on the passenger side is crushed and well not sitting properly. now if I put that bushing back in will that correct my front end geometry?

May 7, 2010 | 05:59 AM

TexasGuy001

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It should, but without knowing more about the condition of the front end of your truck its hard to say. I recommend poly bushings for radius arms. I would replace them both.

May 7, 2010 | 06:35 AM

HrdDrv

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I agree with Texas.
My bracket was completely broken,though. Replacing both bushings will bring the unit back to normal. Drivers side bushings look ok?