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Old 09-29-2015, 09:15 PM   #1
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leveling my 62

hey guys, curious if there are tips and tricks towards leveling a 62 gmc flatbed? not sure if there are kits or just tighten the torsion bars as i have done on my dodge. i dont want to make the ride too much stiffer, and im not looking to lower it at all. any pics or links would be appreciated as well, thanks!
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Old 09-29-2015, 09:31 PM   #2
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Re: leveling my 62

Find a "level" spot. Measure height. Find happy height, adjust to happy height. I cranked my Durango up and had no issues. Shocks help rebounds is light or if too stiff turn bars down. Once again a good shock not a cheap and too stiff shock will control bounce. And if needed check alignment after for a happier truck.
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Old 09-29-2015, 09:51 PM   #3
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Re: leveling my 62

Most "big trucks" were higher in he rear . You can adjust the t bars as mentioned.
Did you get the windshield in ?
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Old 10-04-2015, 11:06 PM   #4
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Re: leveling my 62

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Most "big trucks" were higher in he rear . You can adjust the t bars as mentioned.
Did you get the windshield in ?
sounds like ill be tightening the front torsion bars, hope they look similar to my dodge. im actually getting it put in this week, ill post a pic as soon as shes in!, thanks again sal!
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