2004 Dodge Dakota Pickup bed out of line

Tiny
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  • 2004 DODGE DAKOTA
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  • 4WD
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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.
Thursday, May 6th, 2010 AT 10:24 AM

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Tiny
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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?
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Sunday, May 9th, 2010 AT 4:56 PM
Tiny
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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.
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Sunday, May 9th, 2010 AT 7:25 PM
Tiny
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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.
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Monday, May 10th, 2010 AT 7:59 AM

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