2004 Dodge Dakota pickup bed out of line

2004 DODGE DAKOTA
41,000 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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AJRIZZO
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Can the bed of a pickup truck be adjusted? The space between the cab and the bed is about 1-1/2 inches off between the driver side and passenger side.
May 6, 2010 at 10:24 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Actually, no. On the frame has a set location for the bolt, and the bed has a threaded side that isn't adjustable. If it is out of line that much, something is bent. Was the truck in an accident?
May 9, 2010 at 4:56 PM
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AJRIZZO
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No, truck was not in accident but while loading a pallet of mulch onto the bed the forklift hit that side of tailgate.
May 9, 2010 at 7:25 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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It must have bent something. I believe there are 8 bolts that hold the bed to the frame. Check it to make sure nothing is bent.
May 10, 2010 at 7:59 AM
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