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Old Aug 15, 2012 | 12:24 PM
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Loose Steering

We own an F350 2003 that has a loose steering issue, and I'm wondering if anybody has a suggestion on correcting.

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Old Aug 15, 2012 | 01:23 PM
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Fords are known for their loose steering with the power steering box. You should be able to adjust the box itself (where our pitman arm attaches and you will see your ps hoses too). This adjustment can save you another 10,000 miles or not help with a difference down the road. I know there are some good aftermarket powersteering boxes out there, I actually just replaced mine from AutoZone and it was like $130ish I believe with like a $240 core charge.

Does the vehicle have a lift or big tires?
 
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Old Aug 15, 2012 | 05:38 PM
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Start with checking your front suspension for worn or damaged components. You can adjust all you want, but you can't adjust out a worn ball joint.
 
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Old Aug 16, 2012 | 12:14 PM
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All parts are good . The steering was good for about a year, it got easy to turn , I guess loose is the wrong word. I didn't notice the change until I got my f250 2004. It must have been gradual.
 
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Old Aug 16, 2012 | 12:39 PM
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i have a lifted 2002 f350 drove great for the first 40000 on lift and 37s but now you have to drive it all the time wants to wander i guess hook a 32 foot camper up drives great again any ideas?
 
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Old Aug 16, 2012 | 01:29 PM
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Loose Steering

My 2001 F250 V10 has the same issue but it is not the gear box. Both boots at the end of my drag link are blown and that will cause steering play. Check by trying to twist the bar if it pivots at each end it needs replaced. Also, try a dual steering stabilizer setup but order the shocks with high compression and rebound valving for a "stiffer feel"
 
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