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Eaglescout94
Explorer
Jun 05, 2018

Sub-frame for camper

This is my first post so bear with me. Ive got a 2000 F350 4x4, currently it has stock suspension on it but I’m looking into installing a leveling kit. I have a 97 Jayco 211sl, th previous owner relocated the springs to the top of the axles which worked ok with my worn out rear springs initially but I didn’t have much bed rail clearance. I put new rear springs on the truck and now it is obvious i need to lift the camper to get everything level. Jayco has been useless in suggesting anything and although I’ve read several posts about sub-frames there have been few pictures or details. Any advice and/or pictures on how best to go about installing my subframe with proper cross bracing?
  • ford_truck_guy's avatar
    ford_truck_guy
    Nomad
    Jun 05, 2018
    ^^^ This is / was my first question?? 6” AFTER the axle flip is still a HUGE subframe....
  • Lynnmor's avatar
    Lynnmor
    Explorer
    Jun 05, 2018
    Do you have stock size tires on the truck? Is the truck higher than what it was when new?
  • Eaglescout94's avatar
    Eaglescout94
    Explorer
    Jun 05, 2018
    Because then I’d need to install a 10 inch subframe instead of 6 inch or so that I need now. The springs were under the axles stock, previous owner flipped them, i still need more lift so subframe is the option I’m looking into.
  • oldretiredafguy's avatar
    oldretiredafguy
    Explorer
    Jun 05, 2018
    Why not just move the axles to their original location?

    Also a great time to replace the shackles/bolts at the same time.

    Then get both axles aligned, and it will be like new!

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