funky steering
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funky steering
ok this is on a 1988 f150 4x4 with a 2inch lift....get a wagon affect in the steering keep turn the wheel trying to keep it straight. for 1 i see twisting at the frame where the steering box is at. now this is all i did so far to the front end.. new shocks new drag link , tie rods ...question is whats next ? is the frame crack where the steering box is ? if so does any 1 have a ball park figure how much is mite be ? another thing i seen to is some times the front end seems to squat down then after i drive it it looks normal .. is this do to the steering box ? plus u can see the cross member move , not alot but can see it , but no nose comes from it...plus the camber on left is 1/2 degree on right its 3/4 degre, i have the ball joint bushings BUT im waiting to see if this needs welding any ideas ??? thank you.
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check your front universals ,as if they are seizing they will keep the steering from returning to the proper camber and caster when going through a turn. To check the universals turn the wheel all the way left or right , jack it up and see if you can turn
the wheel.Engage the hubs,if it takes any effort to turn the wheel the universals need to be replaced.
the wheel.Engage the hubs,if it takes any effort to turn the wheel the universals need to be replaced.
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thanx for the responce..... both sides from stop to stop feels fine...plus i have play in the steering wheel ? im thinking steering worm shaft seal ? any thoughts...this is what is done already..
1. new tie rods and and drag link
2. check the ball joints and did each tire from stop to stop ..im good there .and the u.v joints good too...
3. new shocks....on front......
1. new tie rods and and drag link
2. check the ball joints and did each tire from stop to stop ..im good there .and the u.v joints good too...
3. new shocks....on front......
