Suspension issue (Turn Radius)
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Suspension issue (Turn Radius)
I own a 2003 f250 XLT model with the 5.4l engine in it. Just this past weekend I changed out my front end suspension (Tie rod ends, Drag link, Track bar, steering damper) and installed new front breaks. Due to some play in my steering and wobbliness after going over bumps I took it to the local firestone and they told me the tie rod ends and drag link was shot and my ball joints needed replaced. So I decided instead of dropping 2k I’d spend $400 and a couple hours on my truck myself. Got everything off to my surprise the ball joints where fine the hub assembly needs to be replaced. Haven’t done that yet because I ordered ball joints instead of a hub 😒. Once I got everything back on the steering was tighter and there wasn’t much play at all. However my turn radius to (turning the wheel to the left) was way less than it was before. Turning to the right is no problem. I sent it back to firestone to get aligned and it came back marginally better if that. It’s especially bad when backing up. Any ideas as to what this could be guys? The worn hub that hasn’t been changed the power steering pump?Negligence on my part? Any ideas or feedback would be helpful thanks!
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Redfridge
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Jul 2, 2014 06:49 AM
