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October 31: 93868 cracked frame . . .

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  • This Dodge Ram truck was in the shop for a "wobbling" feeling and a pull when braking.  I was unable to verify a pull during my initial road test.  However, the truck did exhibit an odd "wobbling" feeling at all times.  A brake inspection revealed a sticking front brake caliper.

    This Dodge Ram truck was in the shop for a "wobbling" feeling and a pull when braking. I was unable to verify a pull during my initial road test. However, the truck did exhibit an odd "wobbling" feeling at all times. A brake inspection revealed a sticking front brake caliper.

  • The wobbling feeling was a bit more involved.  This truck has a very heavy utility body that is also weighed down with a crane and liftgate.

    The wobbling feeling was a bit more involved. This truck has a very heavy utility body that is also weighed down with a crane and liftgate.

  • The real issue revealed itself while performing an inspection.

    The real issue revealed itself while performing an inspection.

  • The photos above and below are of the right side frame rail at the front of the utility body, (behind the cab).  The frame shows significant cracks.

    The photos above and below are of the right side frame rail at the front of the utility body, (behind the cab). The frame shows significant cracks.

  • The frame is cracked in several places around the bed mount.

    The frame is cracked in several places around the bed mount.

  • Not only are the cracks long, they are substantial.  Light shines through where the metal is cracked indicating that the metal has spread apart.

    Not only are the cracks long, they are substantial. Light shines through where the metal is cracked indicating that the metal has spread apart.

  • The light shining through the crack can be clearly seen in the photo above.

    The light shining through the crack can be clearly seen in the photo above.

  • The cracks are also quite long.

    The cracks are also quite long.

  • The photo above shows the left side of the frame rail in the same location in front of the utility bed.

    The photo above shows the left side of the frame rail in the same location in front of the utility bed.

  • The view on this side is obstructed by the fuel tank.  But a substantial crack is clearly visible.

    The view on this side is obstructed by the fuel tank. But a substantial crack is clearly visible.

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