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Old 07-21-2018, 03:19 PM   #42
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Re: 4x4 steering issue - won't return to center

I haven't had my toe-in checked since I did the tie rod ends. I don't know how it can change. But toed-out is one thing that runs through my head as I drive. It seems worse at times, but that may depend on the road. It's like trying to drive on top of a big log or concrete pipe. Once it steers it oversteers.

That blue & white K/20 I had was lifted 6" with 315/75-16s on 10" wheels and it went down the road straight as an arrow. When I bought it the ball joints were so bad the wheels would hop at 40 mph. I did all new suspension, steering, bearings, drums, rotors, brakes, and tires. This truck now I have done all that but not all at once. I think about buying a new steering box, but also considering crossover steering. I have a brand new GM 2wd steering box already. I think next thing I do will be replace the axle u-joints, or at least pull the spindles and check how freely they move. Might as well replace them (and spindle bearings) while I'm there.
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