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Old 12-10-2012, 04:39 PM   #1
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An added advantage is that it keeps the drag link separated from the tie rod, no rubbing.
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Old 12-10-2012, 04:47 PM   #2
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An added advantage is that it keeps the drag link separated from the tie rod, no rubbing.
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Probably caused by a sagging front spring ??
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Probably caused by a sagging front spring ??
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It is physically impossible for the drag link and the tie rod to rub on a stock A front end. Not even if you remove the spring...Not even if you disconnect the drag link from the pitman are and lay the end on the ground. They are seperated by 7 inches.
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