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STEERING ISSUE 1978 PW W/ 3" LIFT

Posted By: KISSFANN1

STEERING ISSUE 1978 PW W/ 3" LIFT - 05/30/17 05:17 PM

Got to the point on the restoration I was able to drive the PW for the 1st time.
The truck was lifted originally 2" and had no turning issues.
I lifted the truck now a total amount to 3" and it does not turn to the right 100%.
It appears at the pitman arm and connecting link, it binds up.
Is there something I'm not aware of that needs modified on a 3" lift for turning right?
A friend suggested there should be a purchased pitman arm available.
Anyone know where I can find this?

Thanks,

SLD
Posted By: CTD5.9

Re: STEERING ISSUE 1978 PW W/ 3" LIFT - 05/30/17 05:28 PM

Skyjacker sells pitman arms and steering blocks for Dodge trucks. Skyjacker website

if I remember right I just use a steering block on my 4" lifted truck.
Posted By: buildanother

Re: STEERING ISSUE 1978 PW W/ 3" LIFT - 05/30/17 05:30 PM

Never went more than 2" myself, never had an issue. I do recall seeing steel or cast extensions for arm on knuckle, where the 3 studs or bolts attach. If you need such a thing you'll have to get longer studs/ bolts I guess.
Posted By: ruderunner

Re: STEERING ISSUE 1978 PW W/ 3" LIFT - 06/03/17 01:17 PM

Personally not a fan of the blocks and the clocking of the aftermarket pitman arms isn't really correct.

Someone does or did make a raised arm to fit the axle, never tried it but I'd use that instead of the blocks.

Skyjacker does sell an adjustable drag link that folks seem happy with. Call them.
Posted By: 440_Offroader

Re: STEERING ISSUE 1978 PW W/ 3" LIFT - 06/03/17 06:33 PM

I used the adjustable drag link from skyjacker in my Powerwagon. Works great with my 4" lift. It's pricey, but I think it was a better solution rather than blocks or drop pitman arms.
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