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    2001 Explorer still leaning after replacing leaf springs.

    Yes, drove it around for a while....bolts still crooked. Yes, I am using a 6 point 13mm socket....thanks for checking.
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    2001 Explorer still leaning after replacing leaf springs.

    Yes original owner. The lean has been gradual over the years, I thought it was the left leaf spring weakening. I screwed in the torsion bolt at least an inch and its still crooked.
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    2001 Explorer still leaning after replacing leaf springs.

    Had a go at the torsion bolt this morning and have a couple concerns. The bolt I need to tighten on the drivers side is not going straight up like the right side is. It's angled quite a bit...maybe 10 degrees or so. The bolt is also a lot lower than the right side. The right side has about a...
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    2001 Explorer still leaning after replacing leaf springs.

    Thanks guys. I guess the torsion bar must be the culprit. I did a brief search. If I understand correctly, I'lll need to place it on jackstands and tighten the torsion nut a few turns to raise the low spot. Really appreciate the help!
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    2001 Explorer still leaning after replacing leaf springs.

    Thanks....the whole left side is leaning. I think its a little worse on the front.
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    2001 Explorer still leaning after replacing leaf springs.

    I sure hope someone can help me. My 2001 Explorer Sport model is leaning to the left. I replaced both leaf springs and it did not make a difference. I'm at a loss as to what else it could be. The rear left shock is not as strong as the right, but I don't think that could cause the...
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