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Old Nov 25, 2021 | 05:50 PM
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Looking For Helm Joint Ideas ?
Can someone post a picture of your 53-56, M2 ifs helm joint configuration. Thanks
 
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Old Nov 27, 2021 | 03:05 PM
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Still need help with helm joint mounting.
 
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Old Nov 27, 2021 | 03:09 PM
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You might need to explain yourself a little more,are you talking about the helm joints used for the sway bar..?
This is what I have on my pickup


 
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Sorry, I should have said " helm joint for steering column to steering box " But while we are on the subject - anything else about M2, ifs, sway bar set up, control arms, ect. will also help.
 
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My steering has 2 joints and a solid shaft between the steering rack and column..
 
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Here is how i set mine up.

 
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Those are called steering shaft u-joints.........no such as "helm" joints...they are called "heim" joints.
This is a heim joint
 
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Those are called steering shaft u-joints.........no such as "helm" joints...they are called "heim" joints.
This is a heim joint
A heim joint is used for the support bearing...
 
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Sorry Blake I misinterpreted your question.
 
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