weak steering in an Econoline E350
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5th Wheeling
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weak steering in an Econoline E350
2001 E350 7.3L PSD converted to 4X4 with an `06 F250 front wit 34" tires.
Here's the problem: With my foot on the brakes and at a full stop, the steering is very hard to turn. Like it's binding up or something.
When the brake pedal is released the power comes back to the steering. First I said it was the pump of course. Replaced the pump....same problem. This only occurs when the brake is applied firmly and sitting still. Everything is fine when the truck is in motion. No brake or steering problem at all.
I checked all bearings and links several time. If i lift the front i can move from left to right just pushing the tires, so nothing goes hard there.
Van has an vacuum pump for the brake and a hydraulic for the steering.
Can anyone advise me on this issue?
All comments and ideas are welcome.
Here's the problem: With my foot on the brakes and at a full stop, the steering is very hard to turn. Like it's binding up or something.
When the brake pedal is released the power comes back to the steering. First I said it was the pump of course. Replaced the pump....same problem. This only occurs when the brake is applied firmly and sitting still. Everything is fine when the truck is in motion. No brake or steering problem at all.
I checked all bearings and links several time. If i lift the front i can move from left to right just pushing the tires, so nothing goes hard there.
Van has an vacuum pump for the brake and a hydraulic for the steering.
Can anyone advise me on this issue?
All comments and ideas are welcome.
Fleet Mechanic
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Willkommen schluchtenflitzer!
I don't know if this answers your question but it may be helpful:
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/8...-steering.html
Hopefully someone more knowledgeable than me will be along soon...
I don't know if this answers your question but it may be helpful:
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/8...-steering.html
Hopefully someone more knowledgeable than me will be along soon...
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5th Wheeling
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Willkommen schluchtenflitzer!
I don't know if this answers your question but it may be helpful:
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/8...-steering.html
Hopefully someone more knowledgeable than me will be along...
I don't know if this answers your question but it may be helpful:
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/8...-steering.html
Hopefully someone more knowledgeable than me will be along...
I have no hydro boost in my van, it is a vacuum system.
And i forgot to say that it does not help if i rise up the rpm´s. Absolute no different to normal rpm`s
Fleet Mechanic
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From: Sacramento Delta, CA
You know that I have a van as well, and when I was posting the link above, I was thinking, hmmm... do I have a hydroboost?
We also both have 7.3Ls but since we don't have hydroboost like the F series, I suggest that you also post your question in the full size van forum here:
1968-2013 Full Size Vans - Ford Truck Enthusiasts Forums
We also both have 7.3Ls but since we don't have hydroboost like the F series, I suggest that you also post your question in the full size van forum here:
1968-2013 Full Size Vans - Ford Truck Enthusiasts Forums
Fleet Owner
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Without hydro-boost brakes there's no conceivable reason steering should be affected.
Assuming the PS pump belt is properly tensioned I'd have to wonder if something in the steering box itself isn't causing this? Perhaps a restriction in one of the pump hoses or passages in the box?
Even as I write that though it still baffles the hell outta me too!
Sorry I can't be more help.
Assuming the PS pump belt is properly tensioned I'd have to wonder if something in the steering box itself isn't causing this? Perhaps a restriction in one of the pump hoses or passages in the box?
Even as I write that though it still baffles the hell outta me too!
Sorry I can't be more help.
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