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Old 03-29-2024, 02:29 PM   #3
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Re: Bed Alignment

it's my understanding from body shop persons, some in this group, that there is play in the cab to be shifted as needed - I just can't say how much. 1/4" seems like it would be about the max. I would suggest loosening all six mounts, but while you're at it, just replace all those rubber mounts. You'll appreciate it afterwards and it will ride better for sure. Just keep in mind, 50+ years ago the manufactures probably used a "five or ten foot rule" about getting things lines up. Ones that you see today that look perfect was by chance, or someone put in work recently.
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