Is this normal: Ranger Raptor driver side an inch lower than passenger side

[danmoochie]

Quick question for the ranger Raptor owners. My question is is it normal for the driver side to be an inch lower than the passenger side? If you measu

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[cc1999]

I would not be surprised by that.
The fuel tanks on that side.
My TRX is like that as well. It will not surprise me if my RR is the same way especially when the tank is full.

 

[danmoochie]

Insane. Drives me crazy now to know that.

 

[Tr1tium]

Toyota’s are notorious for this, both my Trd Pro Tacoma had the “tacoma lean”

 

[BACIV]

This thread made me feel much better regarding my belt size. Thank you.

 

[24'Ranger]

@danmoochie , One thing you can try is a suspension alignment under weight. It involves you sitting in the drivers seat while they align it. You'll have to a performance garage to have it down and not tire shop or dealer. It's something common for track cars as they need to have proper alignment for maximum grip. It's mostly for camber throughout the suspension arc but does help with toe in/out as well.

The truck won't be perfectly level but it will level it more than it is. Here's a decent video on it, Alignment Explained (+ DIY Guide) (youtube.com) .

I would do it with half a tank of gas, you and common passengers in it (or weights to simulate their weight) and other commonly carried items if you're interested.

Personally, is it worth it for a daily? Probably not. Is it worth it if you're doing performance driving? Depends on your skill set and if you're looking at getting better.

 

[danmoochie]

@danmoochie , One thing you can try is a suspension alignment under weight. It involves you sitting in the drivers seat while they align it. You'll have to a performance garage to have it down and not tire shop or dealer. It's something common for track cars as they need to have proper alignment for maximum grip. It's mostly for camber throughout the suspension arc but does help with toe in/out as well.

The truck won't be perfectly level but it will level it more than it is. Here's a decent video on it, Alignment Explained (+ DIY Guide) (youtube.com) .

I would do it with half a tank of gas, you and common passengers in it (or weights to simulate their weight) and other commonly carried items if you're interested.

Personally, is it worth it for a daily? Probably not. Is it worth it if you're doing performance driving? Depends on your skill set and if you're looking at getting better.

Best explanation yet. Thanks. I guess if it's normal I'm not as concerned. Ugh. I might have them look at alignment for free lol

 

[John B]

Best explanation yet. Thanks. I guess if it's normal I'm not as concerned. Ugh. I might have them look at alignment for free lol

I went out and measured mine, it's about 3/8 inch lower on drivers side with a full tank of gas. I'd suggest driving it for 1 to 2k miles to allow suspension to settle, and measure on level surface using a body panel, not the running board.

 

[danmoochie]

Perfect. Lower but not horribly. Great advise. But it does seem all or most are indeed lower so common or not seems normal. I'll wait a while before I seek correction if any. Thanks

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