Solid axle guys....shocks??

[Dan in Pasadena]

Originally Posted by sqrlnts

hey Dan, I think I can help as I am running the same setup but with stock leafs. You WILL experience bump steer with the stock drag link in a lowered application.

My route to lessen this issue was to have Sid reverse the taper on the steering arm end which will enable me to install the drag link from the bottom instead of the top. This will help to level the drag link to horizontal but creates another problem. You will need to have/make an adjustable drag link to center the steering wheel because the new angle will cause the wheel to be cocked to one side.

I also had Sid taper the tie rod hole in the steering arm from the bottom so the tie rod will clearance my leaf springs. This may or may not be necessary with monoleafs or posie super slides.

Feel free to call me a dumbschit, but why couldn't I just remove/replace the steering wheel to re-center it?

I'm sure I must be missing something?

[Dan in Pasadena]

Originally Posted by sqrlnts

hey Dan, I think I can help as I am running the same setup but with stock leafs.

So, how many inches is your axle dropped and are you happy with it? Maybe I've missed it but can you post a photo and what tire size are you running (if 15's)?

My buddy keeps pressing me to lower it max. I'm "guess-timating" and with the 75 series tires on it (they'll later be replaced with 70's)

I know I need more than 3". WITH lowering springs I suppose I can get 6"?? But I do NOT want to be driving a pain in the butt vehicle. All advice appreciated.

[dubie]

A 3" dropped axle and a set of posies leaf springs, along with 70 series tires would net you a drop do 5-6 inches both front and rear and you'd still be able to haul and tow. The post on the HAMB from The Syndicate on his shop truck build is one you should check out if you haven't done so already.
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[Dan in Pasadena]

Thanks Doob, I'll definitely look up your recommendation on the HAMB.
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[sqrlnts]

Originally Posted by Dan in Pasadena

Feel free to call me a dumbschit, but why couldn't I just remove/replace the steering wheel to re-center it?

I'm sure I must be missing something?

The steering box only has so many turns left lock to right lock and should be centered.
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[Dan in Pasadena]

Originally Posted by dubie

... The post on the HAMB from The Syndicate on his shop truck build is one you should check out if you haven't done so already.
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I searched and only found "SyndicateChopz" and "SyndicateKennels".
NO "The Syndicate" or "TheSyndicate" or "Syndicate" by itself. Can you please check the name or post a link?
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[Dan in Pasadena]

Originally Posted by sqrlnts

The steering box only has so many turns left lock to right lock and should be centered.
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Totally agree but you're only talking about 1/4 or MAYBE 1/3 a turn?
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[dubie]

here ya go man. He had mono's all around and loved it, but couldn't haul a load so he swapped them out. You can see the difference in the stance after he changed them. It's one of my favorite build threads

http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/s...d.php?t=460642

[Dan in Pasadena]

Oh thank you Dubie. Looking forward to reviewing it now - in in a looong booting meeting! Lol
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