Hope I can get them off when I need to replace again!
Another rag joint question
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 190
Likes: 0
From: rural Idaho
Another rag joint question
I have a '76 F150 4x4 with power steering. I bought one of those universal Ford rag joints on Ebay. It came and I noticed it only had one of the studs I needed. Since you have to grind off the end of the originals to remove them, I couldn't reuse them. I had to go to Napa and buy another kit, which also only came with one stud. Question is, the threaded part of the studs are a tiny bit too short or maybe the coupler is too new but I wasn't able to put the supplied lock washer under the nut on the end of the new stud. Instead, I had to Loctite the nut and tighten as tight as I could. Is this ok or should I grind a bit off the new coupler? I don't want the steering to come apart as I am driving down the highway! Thanks all
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 190
Likes: 0
From: rural Idaho
Originally Posted by fozzy
I replaced mine years a go and never had to grind anything, or use JB weld. 
The old one was COMPLETELY gone though, maybe that helped me.
The old one was COMPLETELY gone though, maybe that helped me.
Fleet Mechanic
Joined: Oct 2003
Posts: 1,371
Likes: 10
From: Green Springs, OH
I replaced just the rag joint in my steering coupler it wasnt too difficult. It is tricky to figure out how it all goes together. My coupler wasnt put together right when I pulled it apart to begin with so I had to figure it out. But I dont see why you would have to grind any studs off.
New User
Joined: Mar 2012
Posts: 8
Likes: 0
rag joint fix
Hey there. I am about to replace my rag joint on my '78 F250 4x4. It appears that my old one is completely gone as well. Not sure where to start. Any suggestions would be a great help. Thanks for your time.
Trending Topics
New User
Joined: Mar 2012
Posts: 8
Likes: 0
I have a new rag joint, but with the old one gone, I am not sure where to start. my truck has a cone shaped dealy that is attached to the steering box. The drive shaft goes into that cone coupler thing. Which way does the rag joint go? One side has the nuts and round posts, the other has a bolt around a splined fitting. Also it came with a C shaped metal thing that bends up in the middle. Where does that go? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks for your time. Aaron
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make
Brett Foote
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!
Michael S. Palmer
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home
Verdad Gallardo
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!
Joe Kucinski
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?
Brett Foote
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!
Michael S. Palmer
10 Most Surprising 2026 Ford Truck Features!
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 Ford Trucks Coming to Mecum Indy 2026
Brett Foote
5 Best / 5 Worst Ford Truck Wheels of All Time
Joe Kucinski
New User
Joined: Mar 2012
Posts: 8
Likes: 0
Well, come to find out, i don't have a rag joint in my steering system. I have a coupler with a blown bearing. I also came to find, that part is obsolete, Grrrr. Found some spots to look for one. What is my next option when these parts are no longer available?
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
MIKES 68 F100
1967 - 1972 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
29
Apr 12, 2017 04:45 PM
htownoag
1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
12
Sep 22, 2015 07:08 AM
1983F1503004x4
1980 - 1986 Bullnose F100, F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
4
Mar 5, 2013 11:57 AM
alchemist1
1973 - 1979 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
8
Apr 12, 2011 06:23 PM
dumptech
Brakes, Steering, Suspension, Tires, & Wheels
5
Oct 11, 2004 01:45 PM
