steering stabilizers

[Coalsmoke]

I was wondering whether the DSS and he rancho dual shock steering stabilizer systems were equal? (Are they supposed to do the same thing, will they acomplish the same thing?)



Thanks for the insight,

Stephan

 

[krs]

Stephan,

The two are entirely different and don't do the same thing. Shock absorber type steering dampeners do just that... . dampen the movement of the steering connections between the steering box and the wheels. The DSS provides an additional support for the operating shaft that runs through the steering box and connects the steering to you at the wheel. DSS adds a bearing at the end of the steering box output shaft.

 

[Coalsmoke]

ok, thanks for setting me straight. I've seen the picutres of the kit before, but I never clued in that the bearing would be an aftermarket item. DSS for me then.

 

[RT66DOC]

I have the Rancho dual shock steering stabilizer and like it. It uses a pair of Rancho 5000s. Felt a difference after it was installed and it looks pretty cool.



Seemed to get rid of shudder and stuff like that - steering feels more solid/firm but did zero for the wander. I'm going to add a DSS when I get around to it. If I were doing it again, I'd get the DSS first for sure.

 

[sinkinson1]

RT66DOC I AM CURIOUS AS TO WHAT THE MODEL # IS FOR YOUR DUAL KIT. MINE IS A 99 & THE RANCHO CATALOG LISTS OUR TRUCK THROUGH 98 I THINK & THAT IS ONLY WITH A SINGLE SHOCK. DID YOU HAVE YOURS CUSTOM DONE? THANKS

 

[RT66DOC]

Sinkinson



The dual Ranchos I have was not a custom setup. It was right out of the catalog for my '96. I don't know what the number was - sorry. Had it put on when I did the Rancho 9000s at Desert Rat Offroad - They have a website you could check or maybe call Rancho. HTH

 

[y-knot]

You know I have had the Rancho steering stabilizer kits on several trucks and they are worked fine. But lately some companies have come out with a dual steering stabilizer that is in-line. This has be intrigued, and I think it would be much more effective. I have had dual kits before, they work but there is some binding and they are both always in ether compression or rebound. The in-line kit lays each one down, parallel to the axle and when one is in rebound the other is in compression, this seems like a better way to accomplish the mission. I have just ordered the Skyjacker in-line dual steering stabilizer from 4 Wheel Parts. I will let you know how it works after the install. Maybe this set-up isn't for you? But it sure seems to be the better way to go.

 

[sinkinson1]

y-not,



a stem to stem sysem is what i am looking for. i was under the impession that the skyjacker kit was made for a dana 44 (1500) & did not bolt up to our axle. is the 1500 kit the one that you ordered? either way please post your review of the kit & what if any mods. needed. . thanks

 

[Coalsmoke]

I believe that is what the Ranchos are, or aren't they? I've seen some trucks (Chevs and such) sporting them in red and white.

 

[Coalsmoke]

Just checked heir website and they look like a dual on one side? How on earth would hat effectively work. It seems to me it would only push in one direction.

 

[y-knot]

They have a new steering stabilizer and it has not yet made it into the catalog or on the web site. It is being sold as a dual unit for 98-2002 2500, 3500 trucks. The part number is 7218, they also have a 7118 but it is a single for 94-98 trucks. I am pretty sure it will still bolt up to my 97', there isn't anything different, but I will have to see when it gets in. 4 Wheel Parts has them for 92. 00.

 

[sinkinson1]

thanks y-knot, i will be ordering one asap. there are a few threads on this subject but nothing too specific. im sure others would be interested in this.