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OEM Caster bushing markings????

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#1 · (Edited)
Hoping somebody can confirm what the markings on the oem caster/camber bushing means on my 2015 F350. The pic is from the right (passenger) side. The flat side of the bushing is towards the middle of the truck. The '+0.4*' is towards the outside. Hard to see in the pic but there is a '+' sign following the 'R'.

I'm guessing that this bushing has +.25* camber and +.4* caster.
The other number (2008789) appears to be a part number.

I did both a forum and web search but didn't find the info.
Thanks for the help.
 

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#3 ·
looks like standard camber bushings that come in all the axles

here is a video that may help you with the identifiers

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=In31H0iBipQ
Thanks for the reply. I have seen that video. It is on SPC's website. Unfortunately, it doesn't specifically answer the question on my oem bushing. I'm hoping to get a definitive answer so I can order the correct bushing(s) to get +1* caster per side.
 
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Yes that is an option. I'd rather get 'fixed' units though. I've heard of stories with them slipping.

After my level, I initially had -.5 & -.6. I modified my radius arms (mounting holes for knuckle) copying a member from another forum. I'm now at +2.9 & +3.2. I want to get closer to +4.0.

I could just take it to a shop & have them do the work. That will cost me some money. On the other hand, if I can install the correct bushings myself, I can take it to a friend's shop & have the settings checked for free.
 
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#6 ·
I hear ya but the adjustable's are good for future adjustments

I wish these weren't so pricey but it is nice to be able to adjust and drive to see the effects

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i have a 4 link so i can baically make the same caster adjustments in a few minutes and not mess with camber
 
#7 · (Edited)
I'm gonna go out on a limb here and say the (+) and (-) .25 with the L and R markings are for camber and the 0.4 degrees is for your caster. I'd have to go verify but you can look at each side of the truck and see if you have the same ones and see if the orientation of the .25 is different per side. I did the OUO link arms to be able to adjust my caster how I wanted it.

Edit - saw the bottom of your post after I posted...I agree with you on the numbers. :doh:
 
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Swampfox, pretty sure you're correct.

Left side has:
L +.25
R - .25

+ 0.4

It also has a different long number: 2008787.

If we're correct, that the bushing is adding +0.4 caster, then ordering +1.25 bushings will net me +.85 change. I would end up with L +3.75 & R +4.05 caster. Even if I lost that +.25 camber, I'd still be well within the camber spec.
 
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