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Old Dec 23, 2013 | 07:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Bobman
Sorry guys, I disagree strongly here. If you slid into a curb hard enough to change the toe-out of the wheel *something* broke. Don't drive the truck in that condition. Not only is it endangering you, it is also dangerous for other drivers on the road. Have it towed somewhere and start looking for what is broke. A number of years ago my wife slid into a curb with my D while in an icy parking lot. Didn't look bad, just cut the right front tire. She called me and I came out to change it for her. Jacked it up, changed the wheel and it all looked good. She started it up, backed out of the spot and turned the wheel only to have the right front wheel turn in completely as the outer tie rod snapped. That could have just as easily happened when she was driving on the open road with serious consequences. Don't take chances with steering components. Bob
I've hit bar ditches dozens of times, as well has hitting curbs and such. Never have I once had that problem. You're at risk of steering components failing at any time you hit something, small or big, whether or not you replace your entire front end every time you bite the culvert, or eat a curb, is up to you, but it always a risk to drive anytime any damage is done. It is a matter of personal choice, but you do have a good point as fare as safety goes. (Though I tend to stray from safety at times, though I am not proud to say so.)

I guess just make sure you feel comfortable with what you're doing. I'd drive it to a shop, and have them check it for my lazy butt. But what I do only reflects my level of confidence in what I'm doing is safe. (Or you can call it my level of stupidity, it's whatever.)
 
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