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09-02-2020, 07:41 PM | #1 |
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Steering arm knuckles
I would like to ask......How tight or what are the steering arm end knuckle fittings specifications to be properly adjusted (where they are greased) ?
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09-03-2020, 08:23 AM | #2 |
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Re: Steering arm knuckles
Are you talking King Pins??
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09-03-2020, 08:24 AM | #3 |
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Re: Steering arm knuckles
I don't have an actual spec but a good rule of thumb with all new parts (including round balls on the ends of the arms) is to tighten the plugs until they are flush with the opening and then just enough to line up the cotter pin hole.
I think I did read that you want 25% spring compression somewhere, how you measure that easily is beyond me. |
09-03-2020, 09:48 AM | #4 | |
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Re: Steering arm knuckles
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1. Measure the overall length of the spring. 2. Measured Length x .25 = Distance To Compress. 3. Grease parts as needed. 4. Install spring, and cup, and plug. 5. Screw plug in until all loose slop is gone. 6. Screw the plug in the Distance To Compress.
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09-03-2020, 11:19 AM | #5 |
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Re: Steering arm knuckles
No, not the king pins.......looking at the cross bar.....and the other knuckle / grease areas. How tight should they be?
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09-03-2020, 04:08 PM | #6 |
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09-04-2020, 11:34 PM | #7 |
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09-05-2020, 06:23 AM | #8 |
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Re: Steering arm knuckles
...actually they're called the 'Spindle connecting rod tube' and 'Spindle connecting rod ends'.
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