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1991 Dodge Ram

Tiny
CLAY LUTZ
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  • 1991 DODGE RAM
  • V8
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 70,000 MILES
My 1991 dodge power ram 150 has to much play in the steering. All parts and linkage are in good shape. Sitting still with engine off steering seems fine. Wheels move when you move steering wheel. Start truck and drive steering getsloose, you have to play catch up with steering wheel to keep truck in your lane. Any ideas what might be done to correct this problem?
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Sunday, October 25th, 2009 AT 6:54 PM

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Tiny
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I need you to check something. First, I will assume you checked all steering components such as tie rods, idler arm, pitman arm, drag link.

Open the hood of the truck. Follow the steering shaft to where it connects to the steering box. Where the shaft goes in, there are spacers that wear out over time and cause play in the steering. Make sure the shaft is tight and doesn't have play when you turn the wheel back and forth. Have a helper turn the wheel while you hold on to the gear to prevent it from moving. Let me know what you find.

Joe
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Monday, October 26th, 2009 AT 10:31 AM

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