Will Leveling Kit Require an Alignment?

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Old 08-04-2008, 07:37 PM
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Will Leveling Kit Require an Alignment?

If I add a 2" leveling spacer to the front-end of my 2008 F-150 Super Crew 4X4, will I need to have an alignment done afterwards? Does any increase in suspension height change the geometry of the suspension?

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Old 08-04-2008, 07:44 PM
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yes, slight change in geometery
 
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Old 08-04-2008, 08:16 PM
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yes do it when you put it on and your self some money, or the tire will start to wear funny. i didnt listen, wish i did but got that taken care of now.
 
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Old 08-05-2008, 09:36 AM
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Yup both are correct. I believe it causes your tires to toe in some.
 
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Old 08-05-2008, 01:28 PM
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Thanks for the replies!

I just realized that besides an alignment, shouldn't the headlights be realigned as well (assuming front spacers only, no change to rear height)?

Thanks again...
Mike
 
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Old 08-06-2008, 08:01 AM
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Originally Posted by 71SoCal
Thanks for the replies!

I just realized that besides an alignment, shouldn't the headlights be realigned as well (assuming front spacers only, no change to rear height)?

Thanks again...
Mike
Yeah they need to be adjusted. I haven't yet and I get flashed quite a bit cause people think I have my hi beams on.
 



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