Rear left wheel is closer to the body than the right??

[AngryAce]

well due to obvious symptoms, i need new shocks since mine are rusted out and the rear left side of my explorer bounces ALOT. this problem has gradually gotten worst and im gettin it fixed soon..

my question is.. once i replace the shocks, do you think the rear wheel will be flush with the fender as the right one is.. ?

also i got pulled out of a ditch on the 4th of july by a flatbed and when they hooked it to my vehicle they put it where the cable pulled against the tire and put alot of pressure on it, this is when the problem seemed to start, and looking under the vehicle this is all i can tell is wrong is the shock, any opinions?

 

[2000StreetRod]

springs position the axle

The leaf springs position the axle relative to the body. I doubt replacing the shocks will alter the body vs axle alignment. Check to see if the springs or their mounts are warped. Also, the top of the spring leaf bolt fits in a locating recess on the spring/axle mount. Make sure it is seated.

 

[koda2000]

nope... the shock has nothing to do with it.

 

[AngryAce]

thanks so much guys! i'll have some new ones made i hope. i replaced the shocks with the most expensive ones autozone had, helped the ride ALOT! but oncei get new springs, i should lose the gangster lean for good and i hope that helps