Steering locks after leveling kit install
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Steering locks after leveling kit install
This one is confusing the hell out of me and haven't had a chance to get it on the lift yet as it started happening on my way home last night. 2" lecelinl kit was installed, new upper control arms, new struts, new inner and outer tie rod ends. Set the toe after all the install (camber and caster will be set later today when the lower arms and cam nuts arrive. So the issue is, about 25% steering to the right and the steerost locks. Locks to the point that I can not bring the wheel strait or go left, it definitely feels like it's hitting something going back to the left. I made a left hand turn and when centering the wheel back up same thing, locked to the right and put me in the ditch. If I continue to turn right and go to the steering stop, it will correct itself and steering fine. It doesn't happen every time. I've tried crawling under the truck while the steering is "locked" and can not see anything causing the issue. I've tried to do a search but usually only come up with needle beating issues on the newer trucks. Wondering if anyone has seen this before I go tearing the whole front end back out again.
#2
Senior Member
You might look at the linkage on your steering shaft causing problems, or you just might need an alignment.
My old 2wd locked after I put my leveling spacers on, but went away after an alignment.
My old 2wd locked after I put my leveling spacers on, but went away after an alignment.
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#4
Senior Member
I agree, it probably the u joint on the shaft. Look for a weird angle at that point. They are also famous for just seizing up. Spray some penetrating oil in it.
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Mark
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