Dual Steering Stablizer
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Dual Steering Stablizer
I found that my steering stablizer was crunched in so I need a new one. I was looking at the Dual ones, has anyone ever put one on theirs? Seems like when I hit a pot hole (have a lot in LA area) I have horrible steering control.
Also is this a good one or should I look for a better one? Rough Country Suspension Dual Steering Stabilizers : JC Whitney: Auto Parts & Accessories
Also is this a good one or should I look for a better one? Rough Country Suspension Dual Steering Stabilizers : JC Whitney: Auto Parts & Accessories
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Your tires aren't so oversized that it would really benefit from running duals but it won't really hurt if you do. Although steering could become a tad harder.
Best bet money-wise would be to just get a high quality replacement.
Best bet money-wise would be to just get a high quality replacement.
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Thanks Ken, I didnt know the duals would make steering harder. Would it be stiffer? If thats the case thats ok, because the steering is sloppy compared to my 07 Exp EL. Maybe I will get a single replacement for now, then when I lift it w/ bigger tires I will go dual.
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Yes, you need to look for stabilizer for a mid-70's F-150.
See this thread. You'll need brackets.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/5...er-on-2wd.html
See this thread. You'll need brackets.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/5...er-on-2wd.html
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Will this work Rancho Suspension Single Stabilizer Kit : JC Whitney: Truck Accessories & Parts
And will the brackets they come with work?
And will the brackets they come with work?
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I ordered the skyjacker brand (dual steering stabilizer) and got them a couple weeks back. Still in the box - I have to cut some metal to install. My tires are 285s so not very oversized but I hope it helps eliminate a bit of the wander/looseness in my steering. First though I'll adjust the steering box to see what that does.
I figured at 85,000 miles this big truck could use a new steering damper anyway.
I figured at 85,000 miles this big truck could use a new steering damper anyway.
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Try tightening your steering box.
Here are the instructions to tighten your steering box to take up the excess free play you have.
Locate the allen bolt and locknut on top of the steering box. It’s close to the radiator. The locknut should be a 5/8".
Mark the allen bolt so you’re oriented and know where the start point is, then loosen the locknut.
Turn the allen bolt clockwise a quarter turn to tighten the gear mesh.
Tighten the locknut and road test your vehicle.
Be careful not to over-tighten the allen bolt. If you do, the steering may become too tight and get extremely stiff during a tight turn, possibly causing you to drive off the roadway.
Keep repeating the sequence, turning the allen bolt a ¼ turn at a time, followed by a test drive, until you're satisfied with the performance. If you over-tighten the allen bolt, turn the allen bolt back a quarter turn, counter-clockwise.
There is a risk of over tightening the box and causing it to wear out prematurely, so I suggest you tighten it to the point where the slop is gone, and no further.
From what I’ve read on the forums, most people will turn the allen bolt three-quarters of a rotation to one and one half rotations before they’re happy with the results. Mine took 3/4'rs of a rotation, and I should have gone a little more.
Stewart
Here are the instructions to tighten your steering box to take up the excess free play you have.
Locate the allen bolt and locknut on top of the steering box. It’s close to the radiator. The locknut should be a 5/8".
Mark the allen bolt so you’re oriented and know where the start point is, then loosen the locknut.
Turn the allen bolt clockwise a quarter turn to tighten the gear mesh.
Tighten the locknut and road test your vehicle.
Be careful not to over-tighten the allen bolt. If you do, the steering may become too tight and get extremely stiff during a tight turn, possibly causing you to drive off the roadway.
Keep repeating the sequence, turning the allen bolt a ¼ turn at a time, followed by a test drive, until you're satisfied with the performance. If you over-tighten the allen bolt, turn the allen bolt back a quarter turn, counter-clockwise.
There is a risk of over tightening the box and causing it to wear out prematurely, so I suggest you tighten it to the point where the slop is gone, and no further.
From what I’ve read on the forums, most people will turn the allen bolt three-quarters of a rotation to one and one half rotations before they’re happy with the results. Mine took 3/4'rs of a rotation, and I should have gone a little more.
Stewart
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