steering issue

[kc3017]

Ok so I've read ALL of the posts here...

I now know how to fix my tailgate window & what size tires I can use...

My problem is in the steering. I've replaced all the parts from tie rod to tie rod buit I still have a significant amount of play in the wheel. Everything is tight...

Also, after turning a corner the wheel doesn't return to center. I'm going to remove the stabalizer, as advised in another forum, hopefully that will work...Suggestions?

 

[Bully Bob]

Rag joint, or the gear box itself. Watch shaft & pitman arm while someone turns str. wheel back & forth. They should move at the same time.

 

[mbtech2003]

Ok so I've read ALL of the posts here...
I now know how to fix my tailgate window & what size tires I can use...

My problem is in the steering. I've replaced all the parts from tie rod to tie rod buit I still have a significant amount of play in the wheel. Everything is tight...

Also, after turning a corner the wheel doesn't return to center. I'm going to remove the stabalizer, as advised in another forum, hopefully that will work...Suggestions?

33531[/snapback]

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ok nm my last comment lol sorry :lol:

did u do an alignment after your tie rod replacements??? sounds like u need a little more toe in on your front end to help your steering. let us know >-

 

[ocalabronco]

the toe shouldnt really affect how your steering returns to center. to me, it sounds like your steering box needs adjusting or your rag joint ate it. on a solid axle rig, it would be your camber throwing it off. but i dont think you have a solid axle, so your rag joint is probably shot or your gearbox it out of adjustment. it happens

 

[Bully Bob]

"or your gearbox it out of adjustment."

There's NO adjustment to gear box....only a "pre-load" *****. Jam'n that down can lead to serious problems.

 

[bluesman17]

If you need to the adjust the ***** its on its last leg anyways....