Coil spring is popped out of its bucket.

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What would make the spring pop out of the top bucket? It's a 2 inch drop spring. I think.


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What would make the spring pop out of the top bucket? It's a 2 inch drop spring. I think.


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It doesn't have drop spindles either. 87 swb r10


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The top of the coild is D shaped and the pocket is also D shaped. Make sure its lined up properly.
 

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The top of the coild is D shaped and the pocket is also D shaped. Make sure its lined up properly.



Thanks man. Will I have to drop the bottom control arm loose to move it?


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Thanks man. Will I have to drop the bottom control arm loose to move it?


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Most likely you will. It really depends on how much spring tension it has after you lift the truck up.
 

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Most likely you will. It really depends on how much spring tension it has after you lift the truck up.



Ok thanks


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Ok thanks


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Got the spring back in the bucket. Now it's 1-1/2 lower on that side. Wth?


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Check the other side for proper seating.
 

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