spring over axle lift results in steering issues [Archive]

dbryant1928

03-13-2008, 04:00 PM

I have done a spring over axle lift to my 1968 fj 40. After I got everything like I wanted it, I took it for a road test. I was never so glad to be back at my shop by the time made it back. It was a steering nightmare! At times it would drive very subtle, then suddenly it would dive left, then right and it seemed that my compensations to this made it even worse. I have read several articles about soa lifts and steering is the primary issue it seems. What can I do to remedy this issue? Would a drop pitman arm help or solve my problem? I would appreciate any advice regarding this.

WileECoyote

03-13-2008, 09:38 PM

Search 'cut and turn'. Post up in the Toy Landcruiser section here on the PBB, and check out www.ih8mud.com as well.


Pirate4x4.Com > General Tech > Newbie General 4x4 Discussion > spring over axle lift results in steering issues PDA : spring over axle lift results in steering issues dbryant1928 03-13-2008, 04:00 PM I have done a spring over axle lift to my 1968 fj 40. After I got everything like I wanted it, I took it for a road test. I was never so glad to be back at my shop by the time made it back. It was a steering nightmare! At times it would drive very subtle, then suddenly it would dive left, then right and it seemed that my compensations to this made it even worse. I have read several articles about soa lifts and steering is the primary issue it seems. What can I do to remedy this issue? Would a drop pitman arm help or solve my problem? I would appreciate any advice regarding this. WileECoyote 03-13-2008, 09:38 PM Search 'cut and turn'. Post up in the Toy Landcruiser section here on the PBB, and check out www.ih8mud.com as well. Nor Cal Wheelin 03-14-2008, 12:35 AM X's 2 It sounds like you have caster angle issues.