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Old Mar 27, 2016 | 12:22 AM
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So looks like its pretty popular to have a level looking truck.
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A. who has leveled their trucks and re-aligned their headlights


B. who has leveled their trucks and didn't
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Old Mar 27, 2016 | 12:28 AM
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I haven't installed my level yet but the lights will be adjusted.
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Old Mar 27, 2016 | 02:55 AM
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I lifted mine and adjusted my headlights
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Old Mar 30, 2016 | 07:07 PM
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could I assume those who haven't replied are using the same effort that went into aligning their headlights????
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Old Mar 30, 2016 | 07:19 PM
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mostly I would say the younger generation would be doing b.....they don't know/care.....I have yet to install mine...but yes lights will be aligned.
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Old Mar 30, 2016 | 08:25 PM
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I recently installed the OEM LED headlights and they are way off from each other. Can someone point me to directions on adjusting them please? I don't seem to understand the correct key words for searching this forum just yet
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Old Mar 30, 2016 | 08:37 PM
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I am about to install my 6 inch lift on my truck and I will definitely be trying to align my headlights. I guess I need to look in the manual and see how to adjust them
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Old Mar 30, 2016 | 10:03 PM
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just lifted mine and my heDlights are way high. What is the process for lowering or adjusting them back down? I looked at them and did see some sort of nylon nut on top of each but I have not messed so it yet.

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Old Mar 30, 2016 | 11:14 PM
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I imagine it would be necessary to adjust the headlights with any lift/level. I put 350lbs of weight in the bed for the winter and I was getting headlights flashed at me pretty frequently.

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Old Mar 30, 2016 | 11:45 PM
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I didn't level my truck, but I did have to adjust the headlights when I bought the truck because it came from the factory with my headlights shining in the tree tops. You can use a Phillips screwdriver to adjust the lights, but I prefer a 11mm open ended wrench on the plastic nut in the back. Use a flashlight to shine in the adjusting hole on top of the lens and count the teeth as you turn to keep them the same. I used a maker and marked a tooth on the wheel so I had a starting reference point. Right, or clockwise = Aim headlights down (while looking from the front of the truck to the back). I did a complete rotation and then took it out at night on dark roads to test it. Bring the flashlight and wrench with you so you can adjust on the fly.
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