stretching a truck frame...

It's been 3 decades since I've done this, but I believe you either shim the differential housings and/or use washers on the torque arms to change the pinion inclination. Not having it right can lead to serious vibration issues. There are algebraic formulas for calculating this. I think I have an old KW manual of my Dad's that exlains it. If you need it I will be happy to look for it make a copy.

I really think you need a skilled welder who knows what rod/heat and technique to use to avoid compromising the temper & strength of the rails. Other than the actual welding it's all self-doable

 

How much was everything. Axle, suspension, driveshafts...etc?

 

i got this truck from ryder back in feb of 2008 its a 2005 and had 540,000 miles was a team truck the pulled a 53ft box and truck was reg for 52,000lbs so was always loaded light one reason i got it, I paid $12,500 they never move these trucks so i made a offer and they took it i wish i would have got all five of these trucks at the time
The rear clip cost me $2,000 i spent $1,400 more on two tires/wheels than labor was $2,500 = $5,900 total thats turn key drive shaft was in the labor price they put my diff lock in and all so when i built this truck i had $18,400 in it and was worth $40,000 i have 915,000 miles and has been one of the best trucks i have ever owned and can still get my $18,400 today!!

 

Thats the way to do it

 

I second that notion. Thanks for the info.

 

I'm looking for a single wheel now it's like getting a tru truck that some old person had they drove to the store and back it was only used to pull half the weight D&D has some Volvo's 2005-2008 single wheel 500-800 miles price starts at $12,800 if they were a dual axle they would be 3 times the price or would all be sold by now

This is my same truck on CL in Houston,tx $13,k add number 3408036023