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03-05-2009, 03:53 PM
farmtruc

Steering brace

hey guys, the truck isn't lifted, but you guys would know about this.

i have big wheels on my truck and the stock steering just seems to be over powered by the big brakes and wheels.
I've seen some lifted truck have a dampner or shock on the steering tie rods.

Can someone point me in the right direction for this?

Does this make sense to install?

I think it does because the steering just seems to need some control sometimes, like the big wheels and brakes take over and need some control, something like that, lol.

I'm not really experiencing bump steer and i'm not talking about vibrations or warped rotors, i just need an assist on the steering.

thanks,
allen
03-05-2009, 03:58 PM
tanz45

What year? Solid axle?

Bump steer!!! Truck prob wanders with the ruts in the road too. Yes a damper will cure that. I only had that problem on my 87 F-150. (I know I know) Also for the older chevys, they have frame brackets available to strengthen the frame to take away frame twist and cracking.
03-05-2009, 04:37 PM
6.0vortecchevy

If your not getting bad feed back or bump steer i really dont think you need a dampener, its just going to make it tuffer to steer if you install one.
03-05-2009, 04:41 PM
farmtruc

I get a littel bump steer, i just went out to drive it to make sure, so i am experiencing a little bit, not much.

my truck is very easy to steer, you can perform a turn, lock to lock with one finger, i wouldn't mind a little more feedback/firmness from the steering system.

so, anyone got a link, it wonders the road a little bit, but every wide tire truck i've been in does that.

thanks,
allen
03-05-2009, 05:08 PM
SCIV

02-06 Avalanche 5.3L 4WD Fabtech Steering Stabilizer [FTS8002] - $102.16 : Chevy Avalanche Performance.com--Your One Stop for All Things Avalanche!
03-05-2009, 05:33 PM
farmtruc

Quote:

Originally Posted by SCIV

02-06 Avalanche 5.3L 4WD Fabtech Steering Stabilizer [FTS8002] - $102.16 : Chevy Avalanche Performance.com--Your One Stop for All Things Avalanche!

That's just what i wanted.

With these heavy 20's and big ass brakes, steering just went to s... afterwards.

thanks guys,
allen
03-05-2009, 06:10 PM
C-WAY

Id get the steering stabilizer for sure Allen, thats one upgrade I didnt buy when I bought my lift and regret it. Steering seemed a bit rough and poppy a lot.

Cognito Steering upgrades are also good as well. Not sure what their site is but a friend has the idler and pitman upgrade and the steering is firm and smooth
03-05-2009, 06:18 PM
GasGuzzler

Obviously there are two definitions of bump steer. I'm not familiar with the 4WD version that has been mentioned here. The other one is when you gain or lose total toe throughout the suspension travel due to the lower control arm angle not matching the steering linkage angle. Look at a stock front suspension Chevelle or Camaro that leaves the line really hard and you'll see the camber change wreak havoc on the toe.
03-05-2009, 07:36 PM
Ramsey

Quote:

Originally Posted by farmtruc

That's just what i wanted.

With these heavy 20's and big ass brakes, steering just went to s... afterwards.

thanks guys,
allen

Ive had the same issues allen with my big brakes and 20,s.Im glad you brought this up,maybe theyre is some hope.I thought i was stuck with shitty steering.
03-05-2009, 08:19 PM
6.0vortecchevy

You can buy a dampener for 40 bucks. fits right were the stock one would go.
03-05-2009, 11:01 PM
farmtruc

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ramsey

Ive had the same issues allen with my big brakes and 20,s.Im glad you brought this up,maybe theyre is some hope.I thought i was stuck with shitty steering.

Ya, i had to figure something out, i'm getting tired of the way it drives.
Plus, the tire shop put the weights on too close to the inside, the calipers scraped them right off because of the tight tolerance, so i've been putting up with a shaky steering wheel lol, getting real old!!!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by 6.0vortecchevy

You can buy a dampener for 40 bucks. fits right were the stock one would go.

well hook us up with a pn or link! thanks for the reply,

allen
03-06-2009, 12:25 PM
ducky

damn I need to find something to help my crappy suspension out
03-06-2009, 12:58 PM
6.0vortecchevy

2001-2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD - Rancho Steering Damper Bracket - Single Shock - Rancho Steering Damper Bracket - Rancho - Auto Parts
03-10-2009, 08:53 PM
Silverado05

Cognito motorsports has what you need. I recently installed their idler, pitman arm support kit and the steering is 100% better. I highly recomend it.
03-11-2009, 05:04 PM
05z71

Quote:

Originally Posted by Silverado05

Cognito motorsports has what you need. I recently installed their idler, pitman arm support kit and the steering is 100% better. I highly recomend it.

I'd second that.

look here
Cognito Motorsports