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65imp · 10-11-2019, 08:17 PM

I had the exact same problem after installing my new leafs from ORD. Driver side front sat 1.5" too high. I eventually found an old bracket that was bolted to the underside of the frame that prevented rearward travel of the longer shackle. It was not apparent when the front was jacked in the air, but as the suspension settled it would touch, then restrict settling.
Pulled it off and all was well. I am sure you have had enough eyes that you would have found it if that was your problem. I hate to admit it took me a couple weeks before I noticed it.

10-11-2019, 08:17 PM	#34
65imp Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Tustin, CA Posts: 23	Re: new front leaf springs sitting crooked I had the exact same problem after installing my new leafs from ORD. Driver side front sat 1.5" too high. I eventually found an old bracket that was bolted to the underside of the frame that prevented rearward travel of the longer shackle. It was not apparent when the front was jacked in the air, but as the suspension settled it would touch, then restrict settling. Pulled it off and all was well. I am sure you have had enough eyes that you would have found it if that was your problem. I hate to admit it took me a couple weeks before I noticed it.