Steering Issue on '98 Sierra

[inscarguy]

Hi everyone. I just finished a frame off resto on my 98 sierra 4x4.I have an issue with the steering. There is a dead feel between 11 and 1. Everything is new. All new moog front end parts, new oem lower control arms, redhead quick ratio steering box, Dorman intermediate shaft, alignment from a reputable chevy dealer , new evo sensor etc...

Why is there this issue? Other than this it runs and drives like it did in '98.

 

[kennythewelder]

Did you replace the rag joint?

 

[inscarguy]

Yes it came with the new Dorman intermed shaft.

Would the cognito kit make a difference?

 

[east302]

By dead feel, do you mean that there is no movement in the pitman arm when the steering wheel is turned from 11 to 1:00?

If so, I would lean to an issue in the gear box. There is an adjustment screw on the top, but the proper setup is a little more involved than just tightening or loosening it. I’d contact RedHead.


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[c1500deathtrap]

dont just crank down the sector shaft screw, youll chew up your gearbox.

 

[c1500deathtrap]

You MUST adjust the wormgear shaft Then the sector shaft.

 

[inscarguy]

I think ill call redhead.

I get very little feel between 11 and 1. After that i get some restistance and feel of the tires moving.