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Old Jan 31, 2004 | 10:43 PM
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Hey Guys and Gals , My first thread on this site , it's good to be here . I just purchased another F-150 , today . Can I tighten up the steering and front suspension by adding an anti-sway bar ? This truck has 31 x 10.5 tires , and the F-250 suspension , and it's 2 wheel drive . I guess this is another question ; Will these tires eat up the suspension ? Thanks for the advice in advance ......Ron
 
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Old Feb 1, 2004 | 01:12 PM
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I purchased a steering stabilizer kit for mine. It consists of two shock like stabilzers and a mounting kit. It is supposed to tighten up the steering. They make single and double stabilizers. I haven't been able to install it yet so I cannot tell you how it is working. They are available through truck outfitter dealers and are often sold new on eBay. I bought a set of Rough Country on eBay new and saved a bunch.

Oversized tires always have the possibility of adversely affecting the stock suspension. That's why manufacturers always suggest tire sizes for their vehicles.
 
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Old Feb 1, 2004 | 04:54 PM
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Where are you located in Pittsburgh ? I live in Kennedy Twp. , it's between McKees Rocks and Robinson Twp . Thanks for the help , and let me know when you get your stabilizers on . Ron
 
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Old Feb 1, 2004 | 08:33 PM
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You might also want to make sure the steering box and shaft that goes up to the steering wheel are in good shape and not causing any slop in the steering.
 
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