i think i've discovered the reason for it. the 1/2" spacer used above the coil spring as per the TSB dodge revealed make sense now. i'm not sure if my truck is the only one like this but this is probably worth checking out on other 2wd trucks.

Passenger Side Lower Control Arm Pivot


Driver Side Lower Control Arm Pivot


anybody see the clear difference between the 2? whoever manufactured the crossmember must've had a few too many that morning . truthfully, kinda angers me that whoever drilled the holes was probably not paying much attention to his/her particular task.

 

That's your lower control arm adjustment collar...Haha

 

If that is anything like my Mercedes' lower control arm, that is an eccentric bolt. The bolt is formed to an off center washer. Adjusts your camber I believe.

 

not on the lower arms guys. only the uppers have eccentric adjusters. no washers at all in the lower pivot bolts. i will say the lighting is confusing though however, since it was taken with my phone.