I was going to ask a steering related question that applys to this particular thread. I have just replaced several items on my `93 amigo. items include a brand new, not rebuilt, idler arm shaft from NAPA, brand new NAPA one piece upper ball joints, INDY4X heavy duty tie rods, new upper polyurethane control arm bushings from CALMINI, new steering stabilizer, also from NAPA because it mounts as close to stock using the knuckle on the center link. MY problem is after all this and roughly $500 later, my steering has excessive freeplay. I went to decrease it by adjusting at the gear box, but the locknut and adjusting screw have become one, only allowing me to back it out. My question is... can I back the adjustment screw all the way out to try and free the two without asking for trouble with any springs or ball bearings or the like becoming unsituated? And yes I had the allignment done and allthe replaced components were properly installed with the correct torque ratings. I`m hoping that I don`t need to rebuild the gearbox or replace it, so I thought I would try this first, any help out there!
Is your Power steering fluid in good condition?
I know how to do the Idler arms, Chevy and fords are too easy for me. If you have one, an Air Hammer will pop them right off with no effort, and does VERY little damage to the arm itself. On another Note: The ball and Socket on the Arm itsself could possibly be worn out at some point down the trail. Was just curious is they are available. and where you could get them from. If not Im ok with just swapping the braket that is soo annoying sounding and feeling. I have yet to see a Hunk of Metal like these arms. I didnt really look at it anytime during the time I have owned the Trooper. Got to looking at the bracket to make sure its right. and wow, its big.
Robbie-- sorry to say though, toyota one's are by far the easiest to change out, with the right tools, its takes 10 min if that, I'll find out if the Isuzu One's are any easier. lol. Thanks guys.
