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69chevy1 · 06-18-2009, 12:41 AM

i have a problem with my truck i got a 86 c-10 the truck seems to be leaning to one side i posted in the suspension section with no answer Ive looked over my suspension cant really figure it out any input would be appreciated ill post pics of both side of trucks look at the pass side sits higher than drivers side

BLE 'BURBAN · 06-18-2009, 01:15 AM

How many miles?
Can't see any differance in those pics. Take a pic from directly in back and the same from the front so we can see how much it's listing to one side. With a tape measure, measure from the ground up to the top of the wheel well opening and post your findings as well.

*2tons of fun* · 06-18-2009, 01:46 AM

which way is it leaning?

i see a p side fuel tank.

how big are you?

whe you put the new coils in were the coil ends seated in the same position in both cups? they have a notch they sit in

do the leafs have the same amount of layers and layer lengths. springs weaken over time and will settle differently.

Turbo85GMC · 06-18-2009, 06:37 AM

You need to get a bigger gf.

But seriously, it's very common. People call it the "Chevy Lean". Between the driver and gas tank, the left side springs just seem to get tired. New springs & bushings all around will fix it, not to mention make your truck ride a whole bunch better.

Keith Seymore · 06-18-2009, 07:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Turbo85GMC

You need to get a bigger gf.

But seriously, it's very common. People call it the "Chevy Lean". Between the driver and gas tank, the left side springs just seem to get tired. New springs & bushings all around will fix it, not to mention make your truck ride a whole bunch better.

Yes. They used to do that even when new in the factory, although we called it "box lean". About once a year we'd fire up some big experiment to try and fix it (...never did...).

I'd just shim (either at the suspension or between the box and frame) until you get it the way you want it. MHO -

K

PS - sweet truck, btw...

glock35ipsc · 06-18-2009, 11:44 AM

Nice looking truck!

Driveway Dreams · 06-18-2009, 02:08 PM

I agree. Great truck. If you figure out a great & fairly easy way to fix it, let us know. My thought...before seeing the pictures...was maybe body mounts, but thats not the case based on the fact that the bed sits level to the cab.

seldomseen65 · 06-18-2009, 04:13 PM

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Originally Posted by 69chevy1

i have a problem with my truck i got a 86 c-10 the truck seems to be leaning to one side i posted in the suspension section with no answer Ive looked over my suspension cant really figure it out any input would be appreciated ill post pics of both side of trucks look at the pass side sits higher than drivers side

first you got to get everyone out of the truck and measure from the tires to the fender , that amusing all the tires are the same ,, could be just a weak spring or such, of course I'm guessing so empty the truck and take a good measurement .:Chevy:

69chevy1 · 06-18-2009, 07:44 PM

thanks for the input

06-18-2009, 12:41 AM	#1
69chevy1 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Perris Ca Posts: 71	truck not setting level i have a problem with my truck i got a 86 c-10 the truck seems to be leaning to one side i posted in the suspension section with no answer Ive looked over my suspension cant really figure it out any input would be appreciated ill post pics of both side of trucks look at the pass side sits higher than drivers side Attached Images Last edited by 69chevy1; 06-18-2009 at 12:43 AM.

06-18-2009, 01:15 AM	#2
BLE 'BURBAN In the Forgotten far North. Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Anchorage, Alaska Posts: 2,627	Re: truck not setting level How many miles? Can't see any differance in those pics. Take a pic from directly in back and the same from the front so we can see how much it's listing to one side. With a tape measure, measure from the ground up to the top of the wheel well opening and post your findings as well. __________________ 1987 R3500 CREW CAB DUALLY (BIG RED)Acquired 06/12/2015 1990 chevy suburban V2500 5.7L My cluster Mods-Nov 2007 overhead console Stereo install Round 2 Aug 2009 Heated/turn signal mirror upgrade Last edited by BLE 'BURBAN; 06-18-2009 at 01:16 AM.

06-18-2009, 01:46 AM	#3
2tons of fun Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: galt ca, Posts: 749	Re: truck not setting level which way is it leaning? i see a p side fuel tank. how big are you? whe you put the new coils in were the coil ends seated in the same position in both cups? they have a notch they sit in do the leafs have the same amount of layers and layer lengths. springs weaken over time and will settle differently.

06-18-2009, 06:37 AM	#4
Turbo85GMC Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Medford, MA Posts: 307	Re: truck not setting level You need to get a bigger gf. But seriously, it's very common. People call it the "Chevy Lean". Between the driver and gas tank, the left side springs just seem to get tired. New springs & bushings all around will fix it, not to mention make your truck ride a whole bunch better. __________________ '85 GMC 1500 "Friends don't let friends drive stock!"

06-18-2009, 11:44 AM	#6
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06-18-2009, 02:08 PM	#7
Driveway Dreams I have car A.D.D. Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Greeley, Northern Colorado Posts: 4,147	Re: truck not setting level I agree. Great truck. If you figure out a great & fairly easy way to fix it, let us know. My thought...before seeing the pictures...was maybe body mounts, but thats not the case based on the fact that the bed sits level to the cab. __________________ -Gerald Building vehicles in memory of the first "car guy" I ever knew, my Grandpa. Bob Dunham 1935-2009. Rest in peace. 61 GMC Suburban SOLD The 86 build thread SOLD Are you a Colorado member?Click here.

06-18-2009, 07:44 PM	#9
69chevy1 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Perris Ca Posts: 71	Re: truck not setting level thanks for the input



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