Another question on ride height
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Melting Slicks
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From: Tollesboro Kentucky
Another question on ride height
I have a small issue with ride height on my 2008 base.The RR sits almost 3/4" lower than the left.I checked the bolt bushings and bolts and everything appears to be normal.I first thought that the bolt bushing may be destroyed but it looks fine and the bolts are adjusted evenly.Any chance the spring could be weak on that side?I checked it as best I could but didn't see anything abnormal.Anyone have any more ideas other than adjusting the bolt on that side?Not the right way to fix it,just looking for more ideas.
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3/4 of an inch?
To me that does seem excessive.
Is this a new problem?
My first guess is weight, are the fuel tanks full? Luggage, passenger?
Sway bar and spring would be a focus.
Just maybe the shock is not fully extending? Remove and inspect both sides.
Don't forget to look at the front; eg one corner at the front affecting the rear.
I also point out that to check ride height it should be done at the frame and not the fender lip.
Off course, I wish you luck that something is not bent.
Those are my DIY comments.
FWIW If you adjust the adjusting bolt on the spring, I would follow up with a professional alignment inspection.
Again 3/4, doesn't seem right, and I too would be inclined to say, yes, this is a problem.
Good luck, let us know.
To me that does seem excessive.
Is this a new problem?
My first guess is weight, are the fuel tanks full? Luggage, passenger?
Sway bar and spring would be a focus.
Just maybe the shock is not fully extending? Remove and inspect both sides.
Don't forget to look at the front; eg one corner at the front affecting the rear.
I also point out that to check ride height it should be done at the frame and not the fender lip.
Off course, I wish you luck that something is not bent.
Those are my DIY comments.
FWIW If you adjust the adjusting bolt on the spring, I would follow up with a professional alignment inspection.
Again 3/4, doesn't seem right, and I too would be inclined to say, yes, this is a problem.
Good luck, let us know.
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Melting Slicks
Joined: Oct 2010
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From: Tollesboro Kentucky
I am going to check some more today.Tire pressures are fine.I did measure at the fender lip but I know that isn't the correct and most accurate wayI will be able to measure at the frame rail after I get it on level concrete.I only noticed this when I went to install new wheels and tires.Also need to remove the front wheels and see how everything looks there.New shocks are going on so that will eliminate one possibility.Appreciate the replies!
