Need help with steering
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Need help with steering
Hello all, I am new to the board. I just bought a 92 XLT 5.0 302 supercab truck. I had problems with the wipers but I replace the motor and everything works ok now. The problem I have with the truck now is the steering. The steering wheel has alot of play in it, and the steering is tight. It's hard to explain, but when driving any other vehicle with power steering, the vehicle pretty much steers itself out of a turn, curve, etc. When driving this truck, you have to steer out of a turn or a curve. When you turn the wheel, it the truck goes in that direction until you force it back. Its almost like it gets locked in the position it is in. I know this sounds confusing, but I am describing it the best I can. My uncle played with the worm gear and it helped with the play it the steering wheel a little. What all would I have to replace on the front end to fix these problems. Any info will help. Thanks guys.
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I had a truck that had the same deal going on. The tie rods and centerlink were fine but there was alot of play in the steering gear unit. So I adjusted it which removed all of the play, but it made you actually have to drive the truck, like you were staying didn't return to center after turning a corner etc. So I went back and loosened the adjuster back out a little bit at a time till I found a happy medium. A little play but everything worked correctly. Since then I have found a better way of doing things called a manual. If you need a copy let me know and I'll email it to you.
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Thanks Sphinx. If you get a chance, email it to me at jason_fetters2003@go.com. I could use it for alot of things. Thanks for the info.
