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Old 07-02-2012, 10:27 PM
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Originally Posted by mlis
I wil have to check out the tie rod links later this week. I did double check the assemble of the drag link and they are installed correctly( different at each end). I am running brand new 215 70 15 radials. I put new shackles pins and bushings in the front springs. I did not change the upper pins on the shakles. I just got the truck road ready and it has not been driven for many years. I am learning all new fun stuff on these old beauties. It has a Merc Flathead V8 and is 6 volt positive ground so all this is new territory for me. It has the 4 speed crash box and is a blast to drive. Just having fun driving it around town but I would like to sort out the steering so it is safer to drive at 40 mph.
If nothing is worn or loose, Have the toe checked (or check it yourself) and the front caster. If you can't find anyone who is competent to check the caster, just buy and install a pair of the smaller caster adjustment shims between the springs and the axle and see if it helps. Just be sure you install them so they tip the top of the axle back towards the rear of the truck. A little extra caster will not hurt anything but it can make the steering feel much more solid.
 
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