DSS and Alignment Specs

[HeavyHauler]

I'm considering the DSS but I was wondering if there was anything that I needed to do before I installed it, i. e. getting the front-end aligned or checking other components?



Also, dodgeram.org has a page on alignment specs but from what I can tell, they were specifically posted for 1/2 ton trucks. Can anyone confirm that these specs would be beneficial for a 3500 truck?



Here's the link:



http://dodgeram.org/tech/specs/00_steer_specs.html

 

[McCRam]

The DSS does not change the steering geometry. It is basically a brace for the steering box. It will not alter any of your alignment specs. Although it wont fix any problems your truck already has. I highly recommend the brace. It takes all the load off of the steering box, and keeps it from flexing as you steer or hit a bump. It made an incredible difference on my truck. If I were to get another truck it would be the first thing I bought, after I fixed the kdp.

 

[Gary - K7GLD]

It *WAS* one of the first things I put on my truck - one of the best preventative "bang-for-the-buck" add-ons you can put on your truck, especially on the 4x4's. No change in steering geometry, just a stiffer and more durable steering arrangement that takes the loads and stresses off the steering box itself...

 

[RCook]

The DSS doesn't require it, but, if you haven't already, check your track bar. The combination of fixing those two things did wonders for me.

 

[WantaCummins]

With the DSS installed do you still nee a factory or aftermarket (shock type) Steering stabilizer?? I am doing this mod in a few weeks and need to know if i have to get a new stabilizer also. Thanks BOB

 

[McCRam]

You will need to keep the factory steering stabalizer. It performs a different function than the DSS. The one on mine needs to be replaced though at 170k.

 

[ToolManTimTaylor]

You will need to keep the factory steering stabalizer. It performs a different function than the DSS. The one on mine needs to be replaced though at 170k.

WOW 170K!?????



Man Mine laste 170 feet :-laf Allways had weepage then one day it stopped gee ya think its lost its guts? Some day i will replace that bugger ... some day