Phantom59 wrote:
I had a lot of wander problems with my dodge until I installed polyurethane bushings and a steering stabilizer. But my best investment was after replacing my steering gear three times with rebuilt units I bought one from Firm Feel. It wasn't cheap but Dick guaranteed zero play in their unit.
Now I've gone from bump steer to instant response and straight down the road. Even cross winds or traffic ruts aren't much of a problem anymore.
Agreed. Steering gear boxes, especially on older vehicles, do become loose. However, I'd try to rule out other, less expensive problems first. On my '90 Ford E150, greasing the kingpins does wonders to the steering feel.
Polyurethane bushings are definitely the way to go. OEM rubber bushings tend to disintegrate from age, regardless of the amount of wear and tear. Whenever I'm restoring an older vehicle, which is mostly what I do, I automatically replace the bushings and, as long as I'm doing it, the slight extra expense of polyurethane is well worth it.
I'm making note of Firm Feel and will investigate them. Thanks for the pointer.
