I would check it occasionally for possible stress cracks near the bolt. "If you so choose" a welding shop can straighten the plate with their heavy tools.
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NamMedevac 70 wrote: I would check it occasionally for possible stress cracks near the bolt. "If you so choose" a welding shop can straighten the beam with their heavy tools.
I don't think it would take "heavy tools" to straighten it.
BUT, ever grab a coat hanger, or other wire, bend back and forth until it breaks? I think working the steel would make it more likely to get the stress cracks.
Still no answer about knowing a better way to jack it up...
opnspaces wrote: I would leave it alone and not worry about it. But if you want to try to repair I would use a big channel-lock or adjustable wrench and bend it back. You could also try just a hammer and some careful pounding.
X2 if the looks bothers you.
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