2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission steering dampner replacement

[APulpan]

I am changing the damper for the steering. Everything ive researched and everyone ive talked to have different opinions etc. Im told that rancho steering stabilizer doesnt last. the procomp is for a half ton or a 3/4 ton. and then i was kind leaning towards skyjacker. Can anyone add any advice on theses 3 and also getting the taper stud out of the tie rod that connects to the damper is a *****. Any pointers on getting it out of the tie rod. Ive used a puller that didnt move it at all and of kinda beat on it slightly but no room to swing under the pickup



Thanks



2002 2500 4X4

 

[LVJUNIOR]

use a pickle fork on an air chisle to bust it loose. I am thinking about getting a Fox stabilizer for mine. You might also want to check FOA shocks. They are more of an entry level race shock but still far superior to the 3 you listed in my opinion.

 

[rluft]

I have only used Rancho and, like you, I am not sure they last too long. I noticed a difference when newly installed but quickly go back to old habit of chasing ruts and ridges on unpaved roads. I have been considering a dual stabilizer setup. As far as removing the taper stud, I bought a tool kit that had 4 or 5 different seperating tools. The one shaped like a D with a threaded stud that is screwed against the taper seems to work best.

 

[Silver_Ram]

I installed the Bilstein part#BIL-24-164870 that is listed for 03-07 Dodge 2500/3500. It bolted right up and works just fine, like the Bilstein silver shocks I have been running. I have a pickle fork that works in my air hammer & it popped the stud loose quickly.



If you look at most of the aftermarket steering shocks they show the same part number from 01-07 Dodge.

 

[24V-DSL]

How do you determine if the steering dampner is shot??

 

[Silver_Ram]

Loose steering, truck can bounce around when hitting bumps. The easiest way to tell, is pull one side off the truck & see if there is any resistance when you move the shock back & forth.

 

[Bob4x4]

Remember the damper is only to dampen outside forces placed on the steering. It is not designed to make up for worn parts-however it will mask worn parts

 

[jwinnie]

I installed the Bilstein part#BIL-24-164870 that is listed for 03-07 Dodge 2500/3500. It bolted right up and works just fine, like the Bilstein silver shocks I have been running. I have a pickle fork that works in my air hammer & it popped the stud loose quickly.



If you look at most of the aftermarket steering shocks they show the same part number from 01-07 Dodge.

This is great info considering the Bilstein damper is half the cost of the Mopar replacement.



Anyone else installed the Bilstein on a 2nd gen?

 

[LandShark]

How do you determine if the steering dampner is shot??

My last dampner failed at steering dead center. I took it off and moved the ram; when it passed the center, it 'jumped' about a 1/4". New one made a big difference.

BoB4x4: I agree that the dampner may not be 'designed' to compensate for worn out parts, however they do help driveability on trucks with worn parts.

 

[Boondocker]

Now that I've converted to the T-style steering on my 2002, I'd like to find a steering dampner with an eye on the cartridge side for the stock axle-side mount and whatever can be u-bolted to the tie rod on the shaft side. If nothing else, I drive it over to 4-Wheel Parts Wholesalers and see if someone there can identify a replacement candidate.

 

[JohnRobinson]

tir rod damper bracket

Now that I've converted to the T-style steering on my 2002, I'd like to find a steering dampner with an eye on the cartridge side for the stock axle-side mount and whatever can be u-bolted to the tie rod on the shaft side. If nothing else, I drive it over to 4-Wheel Parts Wholesalers and see if someone there can identify a replacement candidate.

Boondocker-

you could use the mopar bracket#52039179AB (98-99 HD 3500 pickup)

& oem or aftermarket damper of your choice

hope this helps. ----john----

 

[Boondocker]

Thanks John. 4WPH was useless. I see in your sig that you have an 02 with the T-style conversion. I found a listing for the bracket you mention, but no illustration. Can you describe or photo your setup?

Thanks,
Neil

 

[JohnRobinson]

photo cummin soon----

Thanks John. 4WPH was useless. I see in your sig that you have an 02 with the T-style conversion. I found a listing for the bracket you mention, but no illustration. Can you describe or photo your setup?



Thanks,

Neil

Here you go---

 

[Boondocker]

Thank you so much! I get it now

 

[JohnRobinson]

Thank you so much! I get it now

You are welcome-

my



98 has t-type stock . so i could see how it was supposed to be----

a nice streamlinded bracket. years ago i put a rancho damper&bracket on a furd the bracket was huge & i dont think it would work well on a dodge becuse of the closeness of the diff.

----john----

 

[Bunyan]

Two weeks ago I changed to T steering. Some of the best money ever spent. Truck steers like a dream. I'm listing all part numbers for everyone. All part numbers are Moog except steering dampner and dampner bracket. Mopar dampner bracket is the way to go.



Right Long Tie rod end: MOG DS1456

Drag Link: MOG DS1459

Left Outer Tie Rod: MOG ES3496

Tie Rod @ Pitman Arm: MOD ES3527

Large Adj. Sleeve: MOG ES3496S

Small Adj. Sleeve: MOG ES2012S

Steeing Dampner: Monroe SC2960

Dampner Bracket: Mopar 52039179AB

 

[jwinnie]

Two weeks ago I changed to T steering. Some of the best money ever spent. Truck steers like a dream. I'm listing all part numbers for everyone. All part numbers are Moog except steering dampner and dampner bracket. Mopar dampner bracket is the way to go.



Right Long Tie rod end: MOG DS1456

Drag Link: MOG DS1459

Left Outer Tie Rod: MOG ES3496

Tie Rod @ Pitman Arm: MOD ES3527

Large Adj. Sleeve: MOG ES3496S

Small Adj. Sleeve: MOG ES2012S

Steeing Dampner: Monroe SC2960

Dampner Bracket: Mopar 52039179AB

Thanks for posting these #'s. Do you still have the factory (16") alloy wheels? I have read about tie rod end/rim clearance issues with this mod.

 

[Bunyan]

No issues with factory wheels. I do have factory 16" alloy wheels. Clearance is exactly the same as the Y steering linkage.

 

[TRoe]

About 3 years ago, I installed a DSS steering box stabilizer, and about a year ago, new ball joints and unit bearings, and switched to inverted T steering. BD installed their 3rd gen trackbar just after that. When I changed the steering, I tossed the steering damper and haven't bothered installing another one. After 8 months with my old 315/75-16 Toyo MTs and now 4 months with 255/80-17 BFG MTs, there has been ZERO issues with regard to handling. The driving has involved many thousands of kilometers on Canadian highways, surface streets, and logging roads, and a couple thousand miles (for you Yanks) of I-5 to California and back, with and without a trailer.

The point is, if the components involved are in good shape, you really don't need a damper at all.

 

[Bob4x4]

Hit a good size obstacle with one of your steer tires and you will change your mind