steering?

[pepsx12]

ok i finally got my truck but besides the braking problem,

my steering is all funny the truck pulls me everywhere?

its almost like if it had a crap load of bumpsteer but its not

Edited December 13, 2008 by datzenmike

[pepsx12]

steering not sterring

[ggzilla]

Sounds like the alignment is off. Which can cause massive wandering and pulling and erratic behavior. If you replaced tie rods, then it definitely needs to be re-aligned.

[Cuts metal like mad]

Adjust the slop out of the steering box maybe? Give it a try...

[Llittle_Llama]

what kind of truck is it?

[datzenmike]

If the steering is severely worn in the middle, straight ahead position, and you adjust all the slack out, it may be too tight at both full turn points. Be sure to raise the front end and check for any tightness anywhere. Generally some slack can always be removed.

 

Grab the idler arm and try to move in any direction but side to side. If it's sloppy you can replace it too.

 

Check and adjust wheel bearing play. Replace if bearings are bad.

 

Check all ball joints for looseness/wear.

 

If you have a pre '78 the king pins may need servicing. I hate KPs.

 

Check all of the above and fix or you'll be wasting money on an alignment.

[SHADY280]

usually if a vehicle wanders everywhere, it has its alignment too perfect, it needs 1/8" toe in. just take a tape measure and check it with a buddy. make sure to leave the truck at ride height tho.

[pepsx12]

alright cool thanks guys,

its a 76 620 rattle canned pink and black:)

hopefully a ratfink on the back soon