Why crossover steering

I couldn't tell any movement at all. I also got underneath it and tried pushing the tie rod towards and away from the wheels and also tight. What I did find though was the rear drivers side shock is making a rubbing squeaky noise on any vertical movement and the front shocks do not match each other or the rears and are both very old. I'd say it was time for a set of shocks all the way around.

Can somebody suggest something or just go with standard replacements. I actually don't know how to adjust the steering box as recommended above, any pointers? Thanks again.

They are high-pressure nitrogen filled and contrary to their name, are not owner-adjustable. They have good firm control They are holding up on my K20 much better than the previous Monroe Gas Magnums.

Be worth taking a look at the springs as well. Shot bushings in the springs hangers or shackles can let things flop around. Jack it back up and take a prybar to the springs and try moving them. Also look for a broken spring leaf. Read The Factory Manuals It does make a difference, not a ton but definitely better. I really think these "futura"? Maybe I could sell all 8 and get some new quality 32's all-terrains A radial has a more flexable side wall than a bias ply so will wiggle more but will ride a lot better on the street and usually wear better too.

I'm not running a huge lift 2. I put crossover steering on my 82 and wow way better offroad and on. The geometry of the stock setup amplified bump stear and is pretty scary at times when going down the road. Originally Posted by wilkinr. All times are GMT The time now is AM. Contact Us - chevytrucks.

Why crossover steering. Web chevytrucks. User Name. Remember Me? Site Merchandise FAQ. Mark Forums Read. Page 1 of 2. Thread Tools. Why crossover steering I would like to know the advantages and disadvantages of crossover steering. Find More Posts by KyFarm. Re: Why crossover steering I had the same symptom with my factory 72K5 setup.. Re: Why crossover steering Wide front tires can cause tramlining wandering, following pavement seams or irregularities , and some tire brands are worse than others.

Find More Posts by Stocker. Re: Why crossover steering what is the point of crossover steering? Re: Why crossover steering I did it to my front D60 for wheeling. Re: Why crossover steering I though crossover steering is used on suspension lifts 6"-8" or more to get the steering geometry right.

Even then the drag link might need to be bent. I see no real benefit on a stock truck. Click to expand With this truck, unlike most here, about all the lift this truck will see is one inch.

My last mountain truck was lifted six inches and while the body clearance was nice it wasn't needed. I had to remove the largertires for a skinnier version so the lift was wasted. You're going to loose your front sway bar, and it'll still be crowded up under the front crossmember. You'll want to make sure to brace the frame in also as you're going to be putting side loads on the frame that gm didn't intend. If you're not going to be lifting it, it sounds like you're not going to be doing a bunch of wheeling vs street driving.

Vombrown said:. I thought it might give better control and tighter turns in 4x4. Did you go through with the crossover? I upgraded all the steering components but left it stock. What was the key that helped you decide to keep the OEM steering? I am in about the exact same situation you were in. I didn't lift the truck.

I don't think there's a benifit on anything less than 6" lift and 35's. I'm at that lift and tire size but mine isn't for serious wheeling and honestly I've never had an issue with stock stuff. Now I might do it if it gets torn up but not before. RubberFloorMat said:. I'm at 6" and 35" tire size but mine isn't for serious wheeling and honestly I've never had an issue with stock stuff. The Offroad Design D44 steering arm end is cut on an angle to correct for the ball joint axis inclination angle and keep the angle on the rod end minimized for best life of the joint and more vertical wheel travel without steering bind.

Draglink: This is the link that ties the pitman arm and steering arm together. We sell the tube threaded on each end with the ends installed. These are a new HD end with angle capability similar to a GM draglink end but with the short strong shank of a tie rod end. Our ends are built with the best of both worlds, this is crucial in many applications particularly GM straight axle trucks as many times the bend in the draglink has to start as soon as possible to clear the engine crossmember, the extra shank on draglink ends makes that impossible.

Additionally, our tie rod ends are a metal-on-metal design with a preload spring on the bearing race sort of like the upper kingpin on a Dana 60 , that helps keep the joint tight even as the parts wear. The store will not work correctly in the case when cookies are disabled. NOTE: Due to product and material shortages we are currently experiencing extended order processing and shipping times.

Skip to the end of the images gallery. Skip to the beginning of the images gallery. Crossover Steering Cliff Notes More info can be found under description Crossover steering improves geometry and poor steering characteristics over stock push pull This kit requires a 2wd steering gear box which we have HERE This kit requires either Machining of your flat top knuckle HERE or an aftermarket knuckle HERE Installing this system requires a 2wd steering gear box For thicker spring packs greater than 2.

SKU D44X. Front Axle Choose an Option Lift Height Choose an Option Are you using a Reid Racing knuckle or other four stud knuckle? Choose an Option Is this crossover going on a truck that is using our custom springs or a thick leaf spring pack? Add to Cart. Add to Wish List Add to Compare. Why do you need crossover steering? Best way to correct steering after lift Instead of using drop parts or blocks, crossover is a more precise and correct way to adjust your steering for lift height. No cutting, welding, or fab work required!

We use heavy duty metal on metal ends Our tie rod ends are a metal-on-metal design with a preload spring on the bearing race sort of like the upper kingpin on a Dana 60 , that helps keep the joint tight even as the parts wear. Billet steering arms The Offroad Design D60 steering arm end is cut on an angle to correct for the Kingpin axis inclination angle and keep the angle on the rod end minimized for best life of the joint and more vertical wheel travel without steering bind.

Product Info. Kit Contains Pitman Arm: This is the arm attached to the steering box shaft Steering Arm: This is the arm that attaches to the steering knuckle on the axle. Product Attachment.