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Old Aug 4, 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 Aug 4, 2008 | 07:44 PM
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yes, slight change in geometery
 
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Old Aug 4, 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 Aug 5, 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 Aug 5, 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 Aug 6, 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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