question on a 2005 CTD dodge

[84CUCV]

truck has a lot of miles. been all over the east cost a few time. always with a heavy trailer. winter time. it plows night and day. the 2 driver side doors are now rubbing the body. i looked all over this truck twice now. i cant see any reason other then something got bent. i work on the old chevy when time and money allow. been doing work on the side for extra funds. this one is way over my head.

any ideas? thanks

 

[big pappa b]

Body mounts worn or frame would be my guess

 

[Smokinthehippies]

does it have door pin bushings like the chevys?

 

[84CUCV]

door hinges are fine. body mounts are good.. bent frame? wonder how?

 

[nvrenuf]

always with a heavy trailer. winter time. it plows night and day.

First clue...

 

[84CUCV]

how so? its a 1 ton. built for that kinda work

 

[diesel4me]

Even 18 wheelers bend after awhile!.....especially if overloaded,or shock loads are applied in the proper amounts..

Hitting frozen snowbanks can warp a frame rail easier than you think...cab mounts can bent or shift too when the plow hits something "solid"..

It might be the door hinges,I think they might be welded to the cowl on a newer Dodge...my friend has had to tweak a few back into position with a 2x4 under the door more than once,and replace the bushings on a few too...