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prin	01-31-2019 10:44 PM

front spring issues

I don't drive my truck often. But, I have noticed in the past couple months that the front tires are scrubbing when I turn. This has never happened before. So it looks like my springs have sagged a little. What are some options before I buy new springs?

LockDoc

01-31-2019 11:55 PM

Re: front spring issues

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Originally Posted by prin (Post 8455976)

I'm no front end man but if they are scrubbing I would say that would be more alignment. Have you checked the tie rods and cross link to see if they might be bent? Or the shims between the upper "A" arms and the frame to see if any are missing.

LockDoc

rcazwillis

02-01-2019 01:27 PM

Re: front spring issues

What do you mean by scrubbing? Tires rubbing somewhere or an alignment issue?

prin	02-02-2019 12:44 AM

Re: front spring issues

Yes, the tire are scrubbing especially when you turn them. It is on the upper fender. I really don't think that it is an alignment issue

'68OrangeSunshine

02-02-2019 01:13 AM

Re: front spring issues

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Originally Posted by prin (Post 8456745)

Yes, the tire are scrubbing especially when you turn them. It is on the upper fender. I really don't think that it is an alignment issue

What size wheels and tires are you running?

LockDoc

02-02-2019 11:51 AM

Re: front spring issues

Quote:

Originally Posted by prin (Post 8456745)

Yes, the tire are scrubbing especially when you turn them. It is on the upper fender. I really don't think that it is an alignment issue

That's not scrubbing, that is just rubbing on sheet metal parts. Scrubbing is when the problem is actually wearing off the tread on the tire.

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From Wikipedia:

What causes tire scrub?
What are the significant causes of excessive tire wear. Uneven or accelerated tire wear can be caused by wheel misalignment, worn suspension and steering components, and/or improper tire inflation. The most critical alignment angle with respect to tire wear is toe. Camber is also important and can be affected by caster ...

If they are rubbing then yes, the springs are suspect.....

LockDoc

Boog	02-02-2019 12:03 PM

Re: front spring issues

As usual some pics of the truck and affected area would help diagnose it.

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