Shifting Springs? Could be serious? Peterbilt 387

My springs look the same, and have been like that for for a couple years. They pop a little when turning sharp. My shop said to replace the bushings in the spring hangers. Its not too costly. As for the clutch, what makes you believe it is on a replacement schedule? Drive that MF till it falls! lol Stack some cash then go get it fixed. Clutch will run you about 2500 bucks. As for the APU, that can wait, that is just a Bonus feature....You dont need an APU to Truck!

 

One more thing.... None of that stuff is serious... Its just the cost of doing business. Everything will work out for you!

 

there is a torque spec for the spring hangers any TA can at least do that then just monitor the situation

every 6 months even this lease truck is gone over by the shop and that is on the list

 

Shifted spring could mean the u-bolts are loose. I normally take a steel hammer and lightly tap the top of each bolt. Some will make a firm "boing" others will make a lower sounding "thud" noise. The "thud" will mean the bolt is loose. They are normally tightened to about 450 ftlbs, but check for your particular truck.

Worn spring shackles wouldn't cause the springs to move.

 

I dont want to scare you but I had one of mine snap after noticing mine shifting and popping when turning sharp...ended up replacing both sides ..dont do just one your truck will sit lop sided better to do both at once . Also do the shackles and pins had mine done by mch in Colorado ..mines a kw go aftermarket springs way cheaper but cost me 4500 $ wish I could of had it done at home for half that but when she goes down on the road what ya gonna do

 

Hi, I have the same 2009 387 peterbilt. The springs are like that on those when turned, just keep greasing them every 5000 kilometers or so. They will be fine, do not spend any money on bushing or hangers. it's not worth it. they will remain the same... it is a manufacturer fault.