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by rimerson
Wed Jun 24, 2015 8:12 pm
Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
Topic: new box power steering
Replies: 394
Views: 56276

Re: new box power steering

I have been driving truck every day since the truck was done. still drives the same but I have gotten use to it. I have real busy with yard work and another project, as soon as I get caught up Im taking it to get alignment checked.
by rimerson
Thu Jun 11, 2015 7:04 pm
Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
Topic: new box power steering
Replies: 394
Views: 56276

Re: new box power steering

All front end part are new, everything including brakes. never took axle out so it is right. the only thing different is the new box, power steering pump. and the pitman arm. the pitman arm is !.25 inches shorter than the factory one, and I have sent Frank numerous e-mails about the new one but no r...
by rimerson
Sat Jun 06, 2015 4:07 pm
Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
Topic: new box power steering
Replies: 394
Views: 56276

Re: new box power steering

When pulling 3500 lb camper with ATVs loaded it is still the same if not worse
by rimerson
Sat Jun 06, 2015 4:04 pm
Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
Topic: new box power steering
Replies: 394
Views: 56276

Re: new box power steering

King pins are new. whole front end is tight
by rimerson
Sat Jun 06, 2015 4:02 pm
Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
Topic: new box power steering
Replies: 394
Views: 56276

Re: new box power steering

I had the wedges in the right way, and the front is so stiff with the leaf springs after hitting bumps or road fractures it has a bad wonder until you get control. If your ready for it its not bad
by rimerson
Fri Jun 05, 2015 10:00 pm
Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
Topic: new box power steering
Replies: 394
Views: 56276

Re: new box power steering

I have had the gear box in for a year finally got to drive the truck on trips. It has been my daily driver for a month now the steering has made it fun to drive when having to park or turn around. Driving it down the road at 65 it is a bit scary, need to take to alignment shop to see where the angle...
by rimerson
Tue Mar 31, 2015 7:22 pm
Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
Topic: new box power steering
Replies: 394
Views: 56276

Re: new box power steering

On the back shelf again, More Chev and Ford owners they will always be first. If they had 10,000 kit to be ordered they would be all over it.
by rimerson
Sun Mar 29, 2015 9:35 pm
Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
Topic: new box power steering
Replies: 394
Views: 56276

Re: new box power steering

I am the other guy that bought a box , and with the pattern from Kurt I installed the steering gear and P/S pump. Have been finishing the rest of the truck all winter. So ready to see how it would drive down the road. I remember the driving it in the old days it did not drive to bad, but what a *#%^...
by rimerson
Fri Jan 16, 2015 6:27 pm
Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
Topic: new box power steering
Replies: 394
Views: 56276

Re: new box power steering

I made the bracket off Kurts Drawing and installed it. Its works great. Have driven he truck down our dirt road feels good. Have not had on the highway yet, but I'm sure it will be ok. Only thing I'm worried about is the pitman arm, the drag link hole is not the best had to put a washer on it to get...
by rimerson
Wed Jul 23, 2014 8:23 pm
Forum: GENERAL CHIT CHAT (NON-TECHNICAL)
Topic: Members in your state (see page 1)
Replies: 237
Views: 144800

Re: Members in your state (see page 1)

rimerson (Rick) Montrose CO.
by rimerson
Tue Jul 22, 2014 5:03 pm
Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
Topic: new box power steering
Replies: 394
Views: 56276

Re: new box power steering

Does anyone have a source where they are getting Dodge power steering pumps or brackets? We need to know what kind of fitting is on the back side of the pumps so we can accommidate this with the hoses we will be providing. Look at my 71 Dodge pics see if that will help and I'll get the company and ...
by rimerson
Thu Apr 24, 2014 5:27 pm
Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
Topic: new box power steering
Replies: 394
Views: 56276

Re: new box power steering

Drove my truck down are dirt road no doors ,no hood, no bed, but DAMN was it nice to have power steering. now I don't even mind the standard tranny. don't need both hands to steer, stop shift both hands to turn. now I can drive it like a real truck. WOW I glad I found this sight and all of Kurts hel...
by rimerson
Tue Apr 15, 2014 6:53 pm
Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
Topic: new box power steering
Replies: 394
Views: 56276

Re: new box power steering

In my 71 d100 the gear box works great but mine will not go to both wheel stops with there pitman arm. So I went to a friend that has a machine shop and we made a mock up of a pitman arm that is 7" center to center instead of 6" and it works great. now it goes to wheel stops and wheels center better...
by rimerson
Wed Apr 02, 2014 5:55 pm
Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
Topic: new box power steering
Replies: 394
Views: 56276

Re: new box power steering

Finally got steering hooked up and started engine and it is so nice to stand by truck and steer without grunting and useing to hands. All the parts from CCR work great, but the pitman arm needs to be 1" longer to be able to get it to turn stop to stop. Its about 1/4"from right stop. So wait untill t...
by rimerson
Tue Feb 18, 2014 9:23 am
Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
Topic: new box power steering
Replies: 394
Views: 56276

Re: new box power steering

I have the box mounted with the plate I made off the drawing from earier post, it was easy to make and fits great so Im ready for the last part the pitman arm. So I hope CPP is getting close to having it done.
by rimerson
Sat Jan 25, 2014 9:42 pm
Forum: **GENERAL TECHNICAL HELP**
Topic: 8.75 rear diff axle bearing kit
Replies: 17
Views: 1998

8.75 rear diff axle bearing kit

has any one used these new style rear wheel bearings and if so how did they work This Rear Axle Bearing Set was specifically designed to eliminate the production bearing retainers and axle end play adjuster. Set contains two axle shaft bearings, two bearing retainer sleeves, two axle shaft seals and...
by rimerson
Sat Jan 25, 2014 9:40 pm
Forum: *ENGINE/DRIVELINE/FUEL SYSTEM HELP*
Topic: 8.75 rear diff bearings
Replies: 1
Views: 178

8.75 rear diff bearings

has any one used these new style rear wheel bearings and if so how did they work This Rear Axle Bearing Set was specifically designed to eliminate the production bearing retainers and axle end play adjuster. Set contains two axle shaft bearings, two bearing retainer sleeves, two axle shaft seals and...
by rimerson
Fri Jan 24, 2014 9:07 pm
Forum: *BODY/TRIM/PAINT/OPTIONS HELP*
Topic: Epoxy primer issue suggestions please!
Replies: 7
Views: 510

Re: Epoxy primer issue suggestions please!

I have been doing body work for years and all this new tech stuff is really mind blowing. I only use epoxy primer on parts that are going on the under side or that is going to be covered(like floor boards cover with floor mat). after epoxy primer I under coat. if your going to use epoxy primer on th...
by rimerson
Fri Jan 24, 2014 8:48 pm
Forum: *BODY/TRIM/PAINT/OPTIONS HELP*
Topic: Eastwood 2K paint review?
Replies: 4
Views: 387

Re: Eastwood 2K paint review?

You need SEM trim black for the dash and inner lower fender wells, also the vent window posts are trim black. Any automotive paint supply company should stock it. After research I found that's what Dodge used on these parts
by rimerson
Wed Jan 22, 2014 10:21 pm
Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
Topic: new box power steering
Replies: 394
Views: 56276

Re: new box power steering

I have also been in touch with them and Fransico has been email me with updates so I think this is going to happen soon. I have the box and hoses I drilled the frame to use there bracket but one hole is inset so if they make the bracket it will make it an easier install. My pitman arm is only an 1" ...