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Old 12-07-2011, 01:32 AM
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Does anyone make a heavy duty power steering pump for the 4.6l/5.4l? mine has been having a hellofa time when it comes to turning my 33" tires. its like it cuts in and out while turning.
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No one has any ideas?
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Does anyone make a heavy duty power steering pump for the 4.6l/5.4l? mine has been having a hellofa time when it comes to turning my 33" tires. its like it cuts in and out while turning.
Try 4 W D supply they do carry hd pumps for 4x4 with big tires or ram assist. the have a web site.Bubbabud
Old 12-07-2011, 06:06 PM
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If ur pump hasn't been replaced then I would just replace it. Mine was giving out so we replaced it with a new one and it turns my 35s with no problems
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Originally Posted by Bburgf150
If ur pump hasn't been replaced then I would just replace it. Mine was giving out so we replaced it with a new one and it turns my 35s with no problems
i was going to say...shouldnt have any problem turning 33s with stock pump. im turning 35s fine (i do have a heavy duty pump though) but i have a friend with 37s and no problem at all.
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Sas swap with 35s also no problems just a slow leak
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39x15 Mickeys... No problems here...

Replace the box or send yours to redhead
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Get a stock replacement, or get west texas offroad or PSC to work their magic for you...

But honestly with 33's then 37's then 49's didn't have any problems out of mine.

I did this to my steering box, so this next go around it'll be a cake walk



Hydro assist...

The ram will be mounted on the front axle, it will also stabilize the steering
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Thanks...man i hate messing with the power steering pump. im getting ready to put 35s on my truck...but it just cuts in and out sometimes. i have looked at 4 w d and they only ones they have are for Jeeps.

pitty7700 where did you get ur heavy duty pump at?

and thanks guys!
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Odds are your rack of bearings are damaged and are causing a temporary lock condition. when you turn your wheel back some and go again it turns, rite ? Go with new or replacement from auto salvage yard if your interested in saving $$$'s. Some of us don't care about savings and just get cool stuff.


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