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Old 11-16-2009, 06:51 PM   #1
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New steering box

I put a new steering box on my 71 blazer. The problem is that now it turns further to the left than the right. Is this solved by adjusting the drag link?
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Old 11-16-2009, 07:21 PM   #2
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Re: New steering box

You will need to center your new steering box. Then put your pitman arm on with your wheels pointing straight ahead. Any small adjustments needed can be made with your drag link.
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Old 11-16-2009, 11:15 PM   #3
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Re: New steering box

Thanks for the help.
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Old 11-17-2009, 08:40 AM   #4
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Re: New steering box

The pitman arm will only go on the sector shaft one way.
Center the steering box.
Adjust the drag link till the wheels are strait.
If the steering wheel isnt strait, remove, rotate, and reinstall.
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Old 11-25-2009, 10:31 PM   #5
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Re: New steering box

good info gang...
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