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Old 03-29-2012, 09:09 PM   #7
Kevin in NJ
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Default Re: King Pin differences

Again,

Reaming works, but not as good as you really want it to work. Been done thousands of times, but honing is the much preferred over the reamer.

Reaming fits tight at first, but will rapidly gain a few thou of play that will last a long time. So you go through all the trouble of putting a bunch of new parts in for a tight steering and then end up with some play. Not much, but play.

When you hone the bushings will stay tight for a much longer time.

So it is your choice. Tight for a long time or tight at first and then a little bit loose for a long time.
Personally I like to have my steering as tight as possible so I have honed bushings.

PS, not trying to offend, just trying to educate.
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