2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission Pitman arm deflection prior to installing DSS?

[NVR FNSH]

Has anybody actually measured - ie dial indicator - the deflection of the pitman arm shaft prior to installing the DSS kit?



Brian

 

[15w40]

I measured about 1/8” of side-to-side slop in my pitman arm shaft, which translated into about 4” of steering wheel slop. This was done by crawling under the truck and turning the steering shaft with one hand while watching the pitman arm, no dial indicator needed. At that time my truck had less than 30K miles and bringing it into the dealer yielded “They all do that and your truck is better than most. ” It was a few years latter I added the DSS. Repeating the test shows the new ball bearing race added to the pitman shaft stopped all slop and I now have about 1½” play in the wheel due to slop in the steering box. In my opinion it was a worthwhile upgrade.

 

[MWBrooks]

I didn't bother to measure the slop before I installed mine. If you haven't purchased one yet do it. It really stiffens up the steering, especially with oversize tires.





Mike





P. S. Been ridin' lately?

 

[NVR FNSH]

Originally posted by cumminszhere

P. S. Been ridin' lately?

Going to Middle Creek on Friday



Brian

 

[MWBrooks]

Middle Creek is a fine place to ride, have fun.







Mike