Troubleshooting Lean On A 2019 Chevy Silverado 1500 After Installing Hellwig EZ-990 Helper Springs

Updated 05/07/2024 | Published 05/06/2024

Question:

I just bought 990 helper springs and it truck is 1/2 higher on the passenger side. How to I correct this?

asked by: Rich M

Expert Reply:

Hi Rich,

It sounds like you just have the end U-bolts of the Hellwig EZ-990 Helper Springs # HE38FR tightened more on the passenger side than the driver side. Did you notice this at all before installing the # HE38FR? Silverado's and Sierra's tend to lean slightly on the driver side because of components mounted on this side of the truck. My 2015 has a lean too so it's more common than you'd think. I'd try loosening the end U-bolts on both sides and measuring to see if this is normal for you Silverado, and if not then you likely just have too much pre-load on the passenger's side compared to the driver's side.

expert reply by: Kevin C

Rich

5/7/2024

I have a feeling it did. Should I level it now or keep it like I have it? Based on measurements by the springs, they are very close.

Kevin C.

5/7/2024

@Rich You could adjust down the passenger's side or increase the preload on the driver's side to try and bring them closer to the same measurement. It's not the end of the world if you leave it alone though either, really just personal preference at this minimal of difference.

Rich

5/7/2024

Thank you. That is what I was hoping to hear. On a rainy day, I will release tension and measure. Then make my adjustments. Have a great day. Thanks for great support.