Steering stabilizer
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Steering stabilizer
I'm considering the addition of a steering stabilizer for my '64 and would like to know what any of you use or can recommend? Also, does it really help on these old slicks? Thanks!!
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Installed it 2 months ago on my '64:
It doesn't remove all bump-steer, but it definitely helps reduce it!
NOTE: I've got the Camper Special truck and that is why I rigged the stabilizer on top instead of between the axle and rod. The Camper Special apparently has less space between the two parts...
It doesn't remove all bump-steer, but it definitely helps reduce it!
NOTE: I've got the Camper Special truck and that is why I rigged the stabilizer on top instead of between the axle and rod. The Camper Special apparently has less space between the two parts...
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Originally Posted by matt2491
Installed it 2 months ago on my '64:
It doesn't remove all bump-steer, but it definitely helps reduce it!
NOTE: I've got the Camper Special truck and that is why I rigged the stabilizer on top instead of between the axle and rod. The Camper Special apparently has less space between the two parts...
It doesn't remove all bump-steer, but it definitely helps reduce it!
NOTE: I've got the Camper Special truck and that is why I rigged the stabilizer on top instead of between the axle and rod. The Camper Special apparently has less space between the two parts...
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Have 2 65's, 1 with, and the other without. Previous owner installed stablizer shock before I purchased it, been driving them for some 37 yrs and truthfullly can't tell the difference. Installed the p/s on the 65 w/ out the stablizer some 5-6 yrs ago and still can't tell any difference. Always maintain tire pressure, and good set of tires. Imagine the stablizer could not hurt. Anyhow, had an urge to add my $.02.
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Originally Posted by Payner44
So, with the wheels facing straight ahead, what is the length of extension on the shock piston rod that I should use before tightening down all the u-bolts to make it a perminent setup? Thanks!
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According to magazines like 4Wheeler, and Peterson's 4WD and Offroad, they claim Steering stabilizers are a waste of money and are used as a "band-aid" for the symptoms of bump steer, no the actuall fix for the problem.
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