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Re: Centering the steering box [message #363582 is a reply to message #363572] Wed, 21 April 2021 10:26 Go to previous messageGo to previous message
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RF_Burns wrote on Wed, 21 April 2021 04:02
The pitman arm has a keyway so it only goes on one way. If you don't have an adjustable drag-link, then you need to adjust the tie rod end couplers on each side to bring the steering box on center.
I do have an adjustable drag-link, but could anybody please confirm my plan to center the steering box?

I have the lower steering shaft marked, greased, re-booted and disconnected but the blue shaft sleeve U-joint is still attached to the input spline on the steering box. I am about to remove the sleeve to expose the steering box input spline.

The way I understand it, I need to center the spline as per Mr. Mueller's guide, using a 3/4" 12 point socket, and in order to turn the spline to center, the pitman arm has to be disconnected from the drag-link. How do I disconnect it? I can see it has a castellated nut and split-pin - do I need to use a ball joint separator (pickle fork) to do that or will it simply release?

After the adjustment, is it straightforward to re-connect the pitman arm? I imagine it will be in a very different position than when it was released - are you suggesting I change the length of the drag-link to accommodate the new setting? That does make sense, but JohnL455 said it would be a no-no to make a large change, so I'm guessing the better plan is to adjust both tie rods the same amount to move the drag link into the new position?

Taking a day off today to get the plan thoroughly worked out before I dive into the job.

All input, gotchas, and advice sincerely appreciated - I've owned the coach exactly one month TODAY!

Thanks in advance

Larry

Larry - Victoria BC - 1977 ex-Palm Beach "Ol' Leaky" 40,000 miles, PO said everything working but forgot the word NOT. Atwood helium fridge, water heater & furnace. SS exhaust system, Onan, Iota Converter, R134A, New fuel lines & heat exchange hoses

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