Diy4x crossover steering The adjustment is easier because we add Hex Head TRE weld bungs so a crescent wrench is your adjustment tool, not a pipe wrench which will scar the tube Offroad Design Crossover Steering with PSC Hydraulic Assist system; Suspension lift is approx. This will be backed up with frame reinforcement behind the 2wd steering box. Moving the axle forward is a good idea, do the 52" leaf at the same time (DIY4X). Each 7/8 heim joint is made out of chromoly heat treated steel, and has a static deformation The math doesn't cross over as linear as we'd like. 2L Diesel w/ Banks Turbo Rear Disc Brakes 6" lift springs (Superlift) DIY4X Shackle Flip 38. The steering box is replaced with a 2wd unit from the same year (give or take a year or two) and it corrects the steering issues that plauge lifted 73-87 GM trucks. Our steering kit includes Everything needed to build a Heavy Duty Tie Rod and DraglinkIncludes:1 RH and 1 LH - JMX 7/8" x 3/4" bore rod end for tie rod1 RH and 1 LH - JMX 7/8" x 7/8" bore rod end for drag link2 RH and 2 LH - 7/8" x 14 tpi WRENCH FLAT tube adapters for 1. Alternately you can send it to us and we'll tap it for you. 1 of 2 Go to page. 47" spring would be a better choice. most of everything on the build is from offroaddesign and diy4x and iv been pleased with both companies tremendously. Settled on the B52 kit from DIY4x. Thread starter reptillikus; Start date Jun 29, 2024; Miscellaneous. There's other things to discuss. net Clearance issues much? And a steering box brace from ORD So after all this I have a high clearance cross member from ORD as well as their brake lines to go on then Ike will be done for a bit hopefully Edit: Just reread your post. The 52" springs flat out worked Back at it again. My current one is an adjustable one but all bent to Newest toy 2017 VW Golf Altrack TSI Sold 2013 Durango bit the dust 9-04-14 :S: RIP Speedy the 67 vw died a very hot Death 5-17-2010 New toy 1985 crewcab longbed 4x4 conversion with a 93 cummin's and built 47rh with compushift mini controlled auto sxe62/70 turbo 6x13 injector's full 4 in Diamond Eye Exhaust ,366 spring and THD fuel pin . The longer springs can droop far enough that push pull steering can become unresponsive. DIY4X Aluminum Dash Black Powder Coat. I dont know what it looked like stock, but like I have read a million times on here, it looks like it will bust pretty easily. I'll hack the fenders to open the wheel wells Forums. CNC laser cut and formed from 3/8" and 1/4" steel Universal full hydro ram mount design allows the hydraulic ram to be mounted up high on the face of a truss or down low on the axle Custom front leaf spring hangers (using DIY4x brackets as base) ORD Shackle Flip Rear with Axle-Relocating Zero-Rate Sky Crossover Steering Kit Sky High Steer Arms (eventually) 95-99 NP241, floor shift Stock 52" Springs from a I just a post on the DIY4X FB that they are closing. Check offroaddesign. The tie rods and drag Forums. Grizzly Locker and 4. DIY4X Shackle Flip 38. And with crossover steering the draglink/pitman arm can make contact with tierod. ffdustyw;13449095 said: Thinking of going with the offroad design setup and crossover setup as well. If you have a specific version in mind, I can walk you through the pro and cons. Has a pitman arm on it I got out of the junkyard and it's been machined for the one ton chevy tierod end. Steering Arm (These are the arms that attach to the steering knuckle on the axle, All right hand steering arms will have 2 holes so they can be upgraded to our hey guys Im new to this mega truck deal but I wanna build one. com for their crossover steering kit. 2wd steering gear, 1Ton TREs, DOM tubing and that’s what i didn’t and it was around $130. Crossover has less angular geometry change during suspension travel than the push-pull. 11's. Axles- Front; D60 with 5. H. See less See more 6 88-98 GMT 400 Crossover Steering using a Kingpin Dana 60 axle . This should give me 6-7 inches of lift. 5" SOLID Tie Rod & Drag Link! Fully Machined Quality Heat Treated Chromoly Heim Joints Grade 8 Hardware Description YJ High Steer/Knuckle 1987-96 Wranglers. Jks manufacturing jks8211 spare tire mount license plate bracket for 87Spare tire mounting plate – side by side outlet Plate tire spare mounting mount forgedSpare tire relocation mounting bracket. Ford ORU Crossover Steering Conversion Kit-Dana 60 70230-A. 25"BL/MML, RE Monotubes, RK HD Steering, Warn M8000, Lock-Right D30, Detroit D44 w/4. Use stock pump with mods (if necessary). Perfect for spring over axle (SOA) Wranglers or Jeeps with 4″ or more lift. Polyurethane suspension bushings, engine, transmission, and body mounts. The springs are narrower so you will want to replace the rear upper shackle hangers or ron a bushing with a shoulder. Jul 12, 2018 #27 77 K20 Full Access Member. 109 posts · Joined 2006 Add to quote; Only show this user #3 DIY4X Shackle Flip 38. Tie Rods; Drag Links; Knuckles, Inner C's, & Parts. 00. com/product. Axle mounts, 53 inch alcans, diy4x shackle flip 52s. Crossover Steering < | 1 | 2 | 3 | > | Offroad Unlimited . com crossover steer kit. DIY4X rear shackle flip Hydroboost from 2005 GMC 2500hd and a Custom Firewall Mount Set of H2 wheels and half bald tires PARTS I NEED: LQ9/4L80e harness (didn't get afactory harness so probably use Howell EFI) GM Crossover Steering Kit This is your not so basic steering setup that mocks the factory setup with easier adjustment & much stronger tubing. Supporting Member. I started with the new engine crossmember from offroaddesign. The PSC steering box and the brace kit are from www. I also ha My truck had 4 wheel steering(two front ends, both narrowed) and the brakes on the front ends are (only) 16" drums. I cleaned the parts up with breakleen and a rag. flatblack83 Discussion Starter · Apr 9, 2010 (Edited) Add to quote; Share Only show this user. Bkfabworks Crossover Steering Stabilizer Mount Kit. Solid stock tie rod / drag link is plenty beefy. The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network > 47 - Steering gear end caps like DIY4x used to make. These kits include super-beefy, solid forged steering arms, a heavy-duty pitman arm, heavy-duty 0. Phantom 2 Gauges. If you dont know what that is read this: Upgrade your factory steering system with this Bkfabworks crossover steering kit, designed for durability and strength. Details. Tie Rod connects the knuckles, High Steer is tie rod above the leafs, Drag link is attached to the pitman arm, Crossover is drag link crossing over the leafs from steering arm to pitman arm. 1; 2; Next. This is lust laying the foundation for the swap. Diy4x · September 10, 2014 · -Crossover steering arm and drivers side cap (springless) -DIY4X A-bomb-DIY4X front shackle brackets-DIY4X 6" shackles f/r-DIY4X ez inches f/r-56" Suburban leaf springs-1" body lift and bushings (not installed yet)-Smitty X20 10k lb winch (not installed yet)-2014 L83 + 6L80e 2wd 80k miles (not installed yet) Offroad Design crossover steering & HD tie rod PSC hydro assist steering Hydro boost brakes Offroad Design traction 52" custom Chevy 1/2ton springs in front with DIY4x B52's Steering box brace Full AR200 skid plate Bump stops & limit straps up front Custom sectioned front fenders . 1985 M1008 (k30 for you civilian minded people) 6. Thread starter Winchested; Start date Sep 27, 2024; Tags steering Winchested IH Scout SSII. Sep 10, 2009. I bought an ems offroad cap for hydro assist, b&m steering cooler, trail gear hoses, 2x8 ram , mounts and fittings. I wanna run leaf springs and a drop box of some kind. I do not rock crawl or go in alot of mud. 5x15 super swamper TSL's, 63/52 spring swap with diy4x shackle flip and b-52 brackets. The 2wd box has a fully splined sector shaft to accept the crossover steering pitman arm. :thumbsup: 2000 TJ: RK 5. info Home; Sign In; 4x4 Tire Tech; The Garage; Mud Tire Reviews; Find Trails; Event Crossover steering. Offroad Unlimited . Dec 30, 2019 #5 MrMarty51 Also you have a 2wd steering box which could be used for crossover steering if you were going to lift it at all. This could be solved most likely with a hydro assist ram. Joined Jun 19, 2020 Member Number 2128 Messages 1,390. Next Last. com "Site Supporter Subscription" to barter, buy, sell, solicit, or otherwise trade any items, vehicles, parts, or services on the Forum! For details review Registration and Posting Agreement - Classified Restrictions. Explore. 5 F250 4x4)? Planning on using a 78-79 F2/350 4x4 steering box due to its relatively easy adaptability to my frame. I have a brand new set of 52 inch rear leaf springs from a blazer, for the SAS. Steering. The new mounts worked, so I got the motor and transmission and tcase bolted 2" lift springs in rear with Skyy's offroad shackle flip and DIY4x Shackles All new body mount bushings and bolts, including the bed too D44 Front w/ 4. When the drivers side drops or compresses it wants to turn the steering wheel, when the passenger side drops Input does not equate the same amount of turning as if you were on level ground, so your turning is limited. Register or Log In To remove these advertisements. DIY4X Spring Plates. 5 Irok's, 465/205, smallblock 400, TBI. Plan on ditching the sway bar and doing crossover steering with the spring swap. (scout II box) Mine blew out when Crossover steering arm. Our steering does not have weak, failure prone ball joints, but instead it has fully adjustable and replaceable high precision heim joints. As low as $499. As low as $539. ORD PSC Power Steering Pump. I build lots of custom steering and have for many years so there isn't much I don't know about it. 1k for crossover steering? That's really pricey IMO. D. $599. The stock steering just can't keep pace with today's super-flexible suspension systems. Save Share Reply Quote Like. unless I can get talked into other companies because of reputation or $$$ hopefully I'll be able to come back and update with the installs before my thanksgiving run. 4" lift 52, the math would say 8" but more like 9" maybe a bit more. The taper it is the standard GM 1 ton. Diy4x closing their doors Diy4x closing their doors. 2xRear 6x9’s in custom box. Chit-Chat. 09-18 4th Gen Dodge 1500 2500 3500 4x4 HD Steering Upgrade. php?productid=17796&cat=249&page=1Spun's Workshop: http://steamc Here is a link to the kit I used. ORD PSC Hydraulic Ram Assist. also cross over is a must due to the axle location moving forward. The motor mounts that were originally in the truck got sold with the previous motor. The 52’s allow more travel than the push pull linkage has range of motion. Things are hoppin'! DIY4X Shackle Flip 38. Rear Suspension - 63in spring swap/ shackle flip again with DIY4X long spring kit and ORD shackle flip brackets Engine I went with the ORD crossover steering kit, and a diff cover and HD tie rod from Barnes. The diy4x b52 kit gives you all of the options in one bracket and i always recomend them. (my ord crossover worked only with axle in stock position) There is nothing special about crossover steering. Nov 27, 2019 #2 hirschdalechevy Full Access Member. Joined Nov 20, 2015 So on my 76 i was reading you can swap 52 inch springs up front to get a lift well would rear springs off my 82 c10 work? i have a 3 inch block in the back My frame was cracked and welded back up before my truck ever had crossover. 39. Hopefully my radiuses arent to tight. 6 stroker Peak Horsepower: 270hp Peak Torque: 300 ft lbs + Compression Ratio: 9. push-pull steering) and has a drag link that connects it to the steering arm Diy4x X-over steering? Jump to Latest 2K views 6 replies 4 participants last post by Rastus Sep 27, 2005. Looking to purchase a crossover steering setup for a GM dana 60. But that's also getting high up in the budget. Reactions: MazeVX, hamiltonj2w1 and Motohead1 Pressure provided to this port when turning the steering wheel to the right. Go buy a psc ram or red neck ram, lines and diy4x cover mount. The kit utilizes a king pin design with pivot points that minimize camber change and work in conjunction with a crossover steering system that provides zero bump steer and correct steering Ackerman. Kit Contains: Pitman Arm (This is the arm attached to the steering box shaft). $699. Shipping 'em out! NWF crossover steering AAM 14 BFF w/ disc brakes and integral e-brake. My buddy told me he checked and inspected everything but still had loose steering. 5 boggers( in pieces)2003 DIY4X Shackle Flip 38. Joined Mar 6, 2007 Posts 370 Reaction score 3 Location Aurora, CO. A 2wd steering gear box is needed for crossover steering. Like. The DIY4X front hangers will move it forward 4" with 52's. Jan 28, 2009 #13 Cool. By the way, if the frame was flat the steering box wouldn't fit because the body of the box would hit before the mounting flanges were flush against the frame. Then primed and painted. Box came out of an '86 or '87 2wd Suburban, can't remember the exact year. It is my daily driver. Crossover steering is superior to the push-pull factory steering. S. Steering arms from Anyone have any experience on putting crossover steering on a highboy (1967-77. Started off with a rolling chassis 76 k5. 250 wall DOM tubing for rigidity and resistance. 88's, 35x12. Steering wont be as fast but it Axles, Brakes, Steering, Suspension, Tires/Wheels I have since gone to crossover steering and have no issues. We make the caps here and love the idea. 25" wall DOM tubing and is paired with 3/4" Chrome Moly Rod Ends. This frame just isn't tough enough for crossover steering without massive bracing. Reels. . If you have access to the internet (search engines such as google), a shop full of tools, and already know what crossover steering is and its relation to the pitman arm and what a D60HP is, by God you should be able to figure this shit out. The home of the World Famous Bullet Proof Steering and Track Bar Systems and Kits for Off Road, Race, Mud and Rock Crawling. It does this by correcting geometry issues to eliminate bumpsteer and by maintaining a constant range of steering throughout suspension articulation NOTICE - I wouldn't recommend this conversion on a stock height truck. Thread starter 1986K30; Start I'm putting a 1993 6bt into a military k5 blazer. Can get specs on exactly what ends work. com 6" shackle flip kit, 6" shackle, weld on rear front spring hanger, adjustable spring plate, 63" stock rear springs from a 2wd 90's chevy truck and greaseable bolts/bushings. ORD PSC Power Steering Reserve. If you’re running stock (flat springs) then you also shouldn’t really have severe bump steer. Grade 8 hardware is included. Rock crawling is the best example. The straight axle GM trucks suffer from some serious steering problems, one of the biggest is due to poor geometry. 10. a. You are suggesting to mount the ram to the axle tube and crossover steering? Here is a link to the kit I used. Jeep Wrangler TJ Suspensions 1997-2006 Steering Crossover Kit Black, Extended The Steinjager Crossover Steeing Kit is a drastic upgrade from the factory steering. (the rear end had 19" drums) I had 2"back spacing and a short axle on both sides . What's the difference between the 70s or 80s Chevy c10 steering gear boxes How to install the app on iOS. We drill, tap and install the DIY4X hydro assist steering box cap. offroadd second shows ORD bent steering bar to clear frame/engine third shows clearance of highsteer arm over spring pack and steering box side of crossover steering arm. I figure I got aroun 4-5" lift out of the front setup. That said, I'm no metallurgist but I don't think the stock ring is spring steel and I can bend it by hand whereas a locking hub ring has much more resistance. 00r16 Michelin XL/'07 Run a search for more info, but you are said to achieve 4-5 inches of lift from that swap and 7. Steering All 4x4 Tech & Off Roading. It's got a dana 60 front moved 5" forward, currently open diff, crossover steering. All D44 and 10 bolt arms are also drilled with the extra bolt hole to bolt on Reid Racing HD knuckles or Steering Setups - A simple overview of Crossover Steering, V-Link Steering, Re-circulating Ball and Tie Rod, Rack-and-Pinion and Double Crossover steering systems found on 4x4 solid axle and independent axle setups. crossover is a much better way to go . Got a 2wd Chevy steering box used for crossover steering on 4x4 Chevys. Want $75 + shipping for the box and steering arm. Currently I have a 79 ford on one tons and 44' tires but I just got some 54s and a set of rockwell 2. 13 rp detroit front and back cutting brakes with jamar line locks 14 bolt disk conversion from diy4x I am boat siding it the length of the cab Steering arm are done, mounting studs should be here soon. 2" Lift on 33's I'm having trouble with the retaining ring on the Diy4x end cap repeatedly creeping out. We can talk if you are interested. I have purchased a SAS kit from DIY4X, also a crossover hydro-assist high steering kit Plan on ditching the sway bar and doing crossover steering with the spring swap. stock 52 is 4" of lift give or take. It's getting a dana 60 front with diy4x b52 hangers and 52" springs I want to get the diy4x crossover high steer kit About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright I will be running high steer and crossover on a Chevy Dana 60. 5's. Crossover steering finished off the frame in one day. That being said, stock suspension, or even a 2" lift will not likely increase suspension Seat Belts, Steering Wheels And ALL Accessories! Don’t wait 👉 Shop the Group Buy Now! . Let install this steering box brace kit and a new crossover steering box ported for hydro assist. This is a GM crew cab that gets used for weekend 1 ton crossover steering upgrade So here’s where I’m at with the build. Offroaddesign. We got all the steering pulled out of the #ironmonger. PSC-SG042S (68-76 GM steering gear, 2wd for x-over steering) DIY4X end cap for hydro assist (unopened) Borgeson steering U-joint (13/16" x 36 spl. Joined Aug 7, 2016 Posts 7,415 Additionally, crossover steering corrects for the loss of steering control that occurs when the factory push/pull system is articulated. Ford 2008 f250 front suspension end duty moog super kit rebuild 2010 parts steering f350 4wd packageSteering f250 78 ford 4x4 steering problems1978 f250 4x4 power steering line. Next I did the crossover steering. But even with crossover, once you get big enough tires you'll need at least hydro assist to go wheeling properly. You have a flat top knuckle already, just need to get it tapped for hi-steer steeering arm and you could have a decent, safe steering set up that WORKS. I have a 95 Xj i am looking to do cross over steering or some sort of steering upgrade on. Every one should have crossover steer but you arent "forced" to use it. B. mrblaine Crew Member. theres not much in the way of rockwell or v tread trucks around here in Montana so Im having a he=ard time finding help. CrossOver Steering Conversion: Trucks & 4x4 : This explains the process of converting a 1977 Chevrolet K-5 Blazer from the standard front to back Crossover / Hi-Steer . obijuank5 3/4 ton status. Joined Jul 3, 2016 Posts Steering Lift Kits & FFSonAir Lifts / Front Components Rear Suspension / Traction Wheel Spacers Chassis Performance Misc 2nd GEN Dodge Ram 94-02 Steering Lift Kits & FFSonAir Lifts / Front Components 72-93 Dodge Dana If this is wrong im sorry. 13's, Detroit, Flattop knuckles set up for Crossover steering and Hydro assist, DIY4X Razorback Diff cover, DOM tire rod with FK Rod Ends, All built less than 1000 miles ago. Reply. Big89Burban The benefit of crossover steering can only be found on lifted suspensions with alot of droop. Tires: Crossover steering gives you more leverage to turn. Add to I'm running stock 52" up front with the B-52 kit from DIY4x and 7" shackles. ord 2. 56 gears, track loc, crossover steering w/ 1 1/4" draglink and tierod 14 bolt rear,4. 25 DOM and have similar heims requiring the drilling of knuckles. Had I known that crossover was this much of an improvement, I would have done it when the lift was put on. Crossover k10 steering box question. Live. The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network > General Truck Forums > All 4x4 Tech & Off Roading: Steering Web 67-72chevytrucks. along with Boost A Crossover Steering Conversion addresses BOTH of these issues. 250 in. John Nutter will machine your knuckle for $40. Baisically to get myself into it I Crossover steering is critical for rock crawling. If you move your axle forward like most do with the 52 setup up front you will need crossover steering because the stock steering will be shortened and be completely inadequate. More. DESIGNED - MANUFACTURED ASSEMBLED & PACKAGED IN THE U. Reactions: MrMarty51. First of all, it wouldn't be necessary and second you wouldn't The CavFab Cross Over Steering Kit will fit any Jeep XJ, TJ, ZJ, MJ, or LJ with the factory Dana 30 or Dana 44 front axle. com in frame hangers. 03-08 3rd Generation Dodge 1500 2500 3500 4x4 HD Steering Upgrade. Add to Wish List. Joined Nov 9, 2012 Posts 3,107 Reaction score 3,144 Location Montana GA 8 lug axle, 52” springs w/ crossover steering The 1967-1972 Chevrolet & GMC Pickups Parts Board. the reason i had to go with degree shims is i installed 50+" front springs and it skewed the pinion angle down. Joined Mar 8, 2011 This way you have proper steering return and don't have the dreaded "death wobble". 50" x 0. Robotic manipulation I am now carrying 6 different styles of Dana 60 kingpin steering arms. Machining our Steering box caps @ Van't hul machine. 09-18 4th Gen. 9” via DIY4X B52 brackets and 52” front springs, and 56” rear springs with Offroad Design Shackle Flip. wall steering rods, and rod ends. I want to go the same On the topic of retaining any 2WD front end, I think the only thing you could use again would be the steering box, and that's only if you go with a crossover steering system. 56 gears, 6 lug Geartech HD Conversion, Disc brakes, Detroit Locker RuffStuff Specialties diffguard front and custom crossover steering with square tubing dana 60 and 14 bolt 4340 axle sets 5. It replaces the stock push-pull style steering you have right now with a tie rod that goes from side to side. Onto the picsThe frame radius arm bolt on mount and 1. Parking brake cable routing figured and anchored on #sere. now she's 350/350/205 cucv tons, 56/52 spring swap, hydro assist, and some more goodies. 11. Shows. 5" ground Hawgs on Humvee rims (not Re-centered) just completed crossover steering ITS MY DAILY DRIVER . DIY4X cross over & high steer kit http://diy4x. The factory GM steering will fail to steer Started this build about 5 yrs ago. From their website, it looks like they are very similar. 1. Knuckles & Components; Inner C's; Select your steering box brace based off of Spare tire mounting plate – side by side outletPlate mounting tire spare rear 4x fabrication diy detailed diy4x gauntlet bumper Relocation jk tj spareSpare mounting. Of course you already have crossover steering, your sway bar is off, and a longer d-shaft rightright? If the answer to your diagnostic test is indeterminate, you must enlarge the context of the question. New posts Latest activity. Save Share DIY4X Discussion starter. The crossover steering put a whole lot more response back into it. I'm in need of a new drag link(or tierod) not sure which it is called. 0HO/C6/203/205, F/R steering Rockwells, 16" coilovers 44" TSLs Sponsors: SeaBass44 The tow rig '05 CTD Dually Crossover Steering, on the other hand, takes a different approach to steering control. 50x15 m/t MTZ tires also on a 12in wide wheel. Ford ORU Crossover Steering Conversion Kit-Dana 60 70230-B Ford e-350 front suspension diagram74 f250 manual assist steering Steering cj5 crossover steer crossmember x2What type of power steering is this? (74 f250 ). 5:1 Operating Range: Idle to 5200 rpm Required Fuel: 89 Octane + Header: Sure don't look like our steering arms. ORU Crossover Steering Conversion Kit – 6" to 8" Suspension Lift 60130-B. :homer: So a call to a friend and I was set up with what I needed. Nov 27, 2019 #5 I. 827 Views 3 Replies 2 Participants Last post by flatblack83, Apr 10, 2010. So the best option seems to be cross-over steering. Walkthrough and introduction of my 87 GMC Jimmy build, product highlights and description and detailing of the DIY4X high steer hydro mount DIY4X cross over & high steer kit http://diy4x. i got my other parts from DIY4x. The jeep has 10in lift on it right now with 36x15. 4030 posts · Joined 2004 Add to quote; Only show this user DIY4X SAS kit 88-98 Chevy . Suspension, Steering & Brakes. 25 heim joint. Steering ORD Crossover, Borgeson steering shaft Suspension DIY4X rear shackle flip with stock 52s rear zero rate 1" back, Tuff country EZ rides 4" with ORD offset plate 1" forward ORD FUSH kit, ORD 1" body lift, Bilstein 5125, Grease able bolts all the way around. :yikes: They are finishing up outstanding orders that are in progress and refunding those that are Log in Register. In other news, I had a buddy with a junk steering box off an 80 something YJ that had the same end cap and it appears to be leak free at this point. php?productid=17796&cat=249&page=1Spun's Workshop: http://steamc I have kert's cover on my 14bff, it's awesome and I love it, If I didnt get such a good deal on my d60 rockcrusher cover I would have a diy4x cover on the front as well. We have been running this setup for more then 5 years. Jump to Latest Follow 1K views 2 replies 3 participants last post by CT Performance, Inc. (DIY4X's B52 kit would be perfect!!!) (or, you can drill out the rivets from a stock 4x4 setup and bolt it to your rig) 78 Blazer, Dana 60/14bolt, crossover steer, front and rear ARB's, beadlocked 39. If there are any upgrades I can do to this front axel in the process I would appreciate any input. A 4wd steering gear box uses a bolt pin sector shaft and will not work for crossover steering. I got my crossover steering already so I'm set up there. 1973 - 1979 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks - 78 F250 Crossover Steering - I'm trying to figure out parts and information on my 78 f250 4x4 with a Dana 60 kingpin front and a 4inch suspension lift. Here is the easiest way to gain Hydro assit for you Jeep, GM, Bronco, Scout, S-10, Dodge, and other rigs that are running a Saginaw Steering Box. 8 inch lift will get you driveshaft angle problems, and steering issues. I. 35 posts · Joined 2006 Add to Hey so I am looking to use a 2wd Chevy steering box on a different project. 5 in In this video I Install hydraulic assist the easiest and cheapest way possible on my Jeep. 25 shackles. Looking for about 6-7" or so in the front to run 39. Bilstein shocks (14” travel) at all 4 corners. '74 ford,tube frame,rear eng,blown BBF,C-6,Profab, axletech 4000's F/R lockers,4-wheel steer You're probably better off getting a set of front spring perches from diy4x. I will close the loop in a couple of weeks once I get the new steering on. Crossover isn’t going to fix any looseness in your steering. DIY4X B52 kit Q and A Hendrix Toyota chassis #26 on a '74 Bronco frame, 5. Sourcing a replacement isn't the issue, it comes in a $35 reseal kit. Getting my terminology turned around. I have a dana 60 front axle from a SRW K30. The four bolt holes are raised outwards from the frame, so you can't simply weld a flat plate onto the frame. Diy4x X-over steering? Jump to Latest 2K views 6 replies 4 participants last post by Rastus Sep 27, 2005. Add to Compare '72-93 Dodge Dana 44 Crossover Steering System . 50R15 Pitbull Rocker Radials Our heavy duty 03-13 Dodge RAM crossover steering upgrade kit is a huge upgrade from the factory style steering. Jeep XJ, MJ, ZJ, & TJ. Steering Arm (These are the arms that attach to the steering knuckle on the axle, All right hand steering arms will have 2 holes so they can be upgraded to our High Steer conversion later if necessary. DIY4X Crossover/High Steer Kit; Offroad Design Steering Box Brace; Barnes 4WD Offset One Ton Tie Rod Kit; Crane Kingpin Spring Eliminator Kit; DIY4X Hydraulic Assist Steering Box Cap with Spanner Wrench; DIY4X Tie Didn't want to run a rear block so I ordered up a shackle flip from DIY4X Then crossover steering from fourwheelsupply. Thread starter TTMotorsports; Start date Brand Specific Tech. 75. k. The higher the advertise lift the further out of whack the numbers become. 5" ground Hawgs on DIY4X B52s with 52 inch front springs, 56 inch rear springs with the DIY4X shackle flip and switch, shock inboarding kit, 6 inch shackles front and rear, northwest fab reverse high steer crossover steering which required a new 2wd steering box. hillbilly deluxe Professional Pile-It. X 3/4" DD, only been mounted and painted) Located in SoCal. 13's, Cone Industries mini-Spool, 4x4 Labs diff cover You'd want to switch to crossover steering for better offroad steering control anyway (here you're ahead of the game since it requires a 2wd steering box!). idahovette Full Access Member. DIY4X SAS kit and crossover steering kit, 2 sets of springs, 4" 48s and stock 52s, complete outer rebuild for the HP44, carrier rebuilt kit, new 4. The Off Road Design Zero Rate blocks have 2 offset settings, 1” and 1. have 63"s for the rear, along with reverse shackle stock style hangers, and aftermarket shackles all wfo crossover steering pieces, including drop pitman arm, h-d draglink, new tre's, and steering arm for the knuckle. Matthew Jones I have a dana 60 front axle from a SRW K30. Sep 27, 2024 #1 Does anyone know of replacement end caps for steering gears? Specifically Saginaw boxes. and iv lost half my build pictures which is fubar but oh well. GMOTM Winner. i rebuilt the kingpins, put new spindles, wheel bearings and rotors on the front. A. Chevy What is needed for crossover steering? 2wd steering gear box. Davethorik Discussion starter. Add to Cart. ORD Heavy Duty Tie Rod And Ends. Specifically made for 07-18 Jeep JK/JKU models, this kit includes 7/8" heat treated chromoly heim joints, high clearance bends for improved ground clearance, and 1. Also keep in mind that hydro rams are not all the same, so if you got ram mounts now, you better know which ram you are going to get. This results in broken stock steering arms and loss of steering. Lifted & Off-Road Systems . It is manufactured from 1. the rear got the Looking at prices, for 8" lift, a combination of a drop pitman and raised steering arm, a cross over steering set up is not much more. Big89Burban Find used gear box at a "you pull it", Pop the top cover and tap it for a line. Full Roller Stroker 489 w/ FiTech EFI, Chris Straub Cam/NV4500/205/D60/14B w. 14bFF rear with balistic fab pinion guard, 4. Reactions: Cucv_M1008. Diy4x · May 31, 2019 · Some HD orange steering arms out in the sun. Made in the USA! Video. 5" X-Factor Long Arm, 1. I have purchased a SAS kit from DIY4X, also a crossover hydro-assist high steering kit from them. Home. Iliketowaxmyjimmy. Reactions: derekmac. I threw a bunch of bolt on stuff at a CUCV ORD/Devers springs on front, ORD cross member, motor mounts, PSC hydro steering, ord crossover, new copper and brass radiator, flowkooler water pump, Lugnut4x4 rear brakes, Think I used his fronts so it uses the same calipers all around, ord shackle flip in rear,diy4x4 shock inboard. Over-The-Top (Trademark Pending) steering system replaces the factory Jeep components and places Dana 44 Crossover Steering System for '67-87 (up to '91 square body) GM trucks. New rotors, calipers, bearings, and kingpins - Rear; 14 bolt, 5. 5" OD . 52" spring swap front, drop hanger done really shitty, but shackle setup awesome with diy4x. The longer springs This box has a steering shaft that extends out parallel to the axle with a pitman arm that rotates front to back (a. Both are built with . Choose between 4 stud steering arms for factory knuckles or 6 stud arms for use with Trail-Gear FJ40 6 Shooter Knuckle Swap Kits. This design provides improved stability and reduced bump steer, resulting in a smoother ride @FordBronc, I can't speak to the fitment of the thicker/drilled end cap, as my steering box butts up and almost touches my 4 core radiator, so I don't think that would fit my application. 1979 ford dana 60, nicely redone with ord crossover steering. This kit can be used with High Steer arms. Again, special thanks to @Falko for the use of his press to swap out rotors. Premium. Members. Also Using the 78-79 Crossover steering will take the spring flex out of the equation and the geometery is much better, it just adds some stress on the steering box/frame which I have already beefed up that area while I had the frame on the ground. His steering box end cap made adding hydro assist to my truck super easy. I have everything from regular crossover arms, to front high-steer arms, '90 GMC V3500 Crew Dually/8" Alcan/DIY4x lift/11. 5 tons. In this video we do a steering box swap to the Astro van gear box. Hell, in the 80s, GM realized this and put a TON more bracing in that area of the frame. This is a great setup, and you don't have to get into new driveshafts and stuff if you run the stock 1/2 ton gear. Buy the front cap that's tapped from diy4x install it. Do the crossover steering if you can afford it, its a huge improvement in either case. More tube doors done and a little more work on the cage kit. What's new. This system employs a crossover linkage setup, where the steering linkage crosses over the centerline of the vehicle, connecting the steering box to the wheels. Again from the classifieds i bought a whole skys crossover steering kit, installed it with an 78 2 wheel drive steering box and changed all the seals. you can get a 6 inch raised steering arm that works pretty well. Under Dash Leds. Our high steer kit features forged SAE 8620 tool steel steering arms. #onethingeveryday #diy4x You must have like 2” min lift to be able to run crossover. The back spacing is 3. 12. com as mine are toast. I'm ready to purchase the steering components for my '75 k10. I am using DIY4X's high steer ram mount and tabs welding onto the axle tube DIY4X B52s with 52 inch front springs, 56 inch rear springs with the DIY4X shackle flip and switch, shock inboarding kit, 6 inch shackles front and rear, northwest fab reverse high steer crossover steering which required a I own a 1998 ki2500 diesel suburban. 56s if I decide to run those, a Powerlock, DIY4X shackle flip, sure there is more but get the point. This kit will work with or without the factory sway bar. Crossover steering takes the little, short front to back drag link that goes from the pitman arm to the steering arm on the drivers side knuckle, and replaces it with a drag link about 3 times Real happy with my Rock Krawler crossover steering. 5 . Dana 60; Dana 44; HD Tie Rods & Draglinks. 10 gears, welded, disc brakes, moved 2" back. The Steinjager Crossover Steering Kit is a drastic upgrade from the factory steering. Reactions: squaredeal91. the One and Steve 1971 GMC Longbox. bushluver Discussion starter. 84-01 Xj/Mj TMR's full hydro ram mount brings the beef! After years of abuse in the harshest of racing environments they've proven the test of time. The kit includes: I-Beams and Radius I went searching and was amazed that this comparison hadn't been done yet. com: User Name: Remember Me? Password I never moved the rear shackle hanger but i did swap in the diy4x rear hanger and i made 7-8" long shackles that put them fairly vertical. New posts Search forums. News: You MUST have a current 73-87ChevyTrucks. Rear suspension parts include: Diy4x. I got a flipped k5 that I can rob most of parts The steering was sloppy and the truck had a tendency to wallow a bit at speed. Install a grand Wagonee The frame is NOT flat behind the steering box. I have a set of DIY4X shackle flips for the rear springs and a set of 2 inch blocks. In doing so I run into a few issues and work through it. Steering box cap process. I'm pretty sure the shackles I have are 6", they are longer than stock. After reading many pages about cross-over and hy-steer, I still have questions. thanks in advance . my gut was to go with ORD for the crossover steering parts and then Redneck Ram for the hydro assist. ORD Crossover Steering. B52 swap help. I am loooking to replace my stock steering and am looking to do the high clearance UTK setup from either one of these vendors. Dana 60; Dana 44 / 10-Bolt; Steering Arms. 5”. I have a bolt on steering arm for a dana 60, one inch thick with the tapered hole for the draglink, built in king pin cap with grease I have stock 52 in front and 56s in rear with my own made shakle flip. $400 everything shipped to lower 48. But you will need crossover steering (full hydro which is not street legal), longer shocks, and shock towers to take full Dana 44 up front with flat top knuckles, and drive flanges (eventually I will tap the knuckles for crossover and high steer, unless I can find a cheap 60) and a 14ff that I’ll install a pinion guard from Diy4x (already have it) and I’ll weld up the spider gears and stick with a gold old fashioned Lincoln Locker. If the answer to your diagnostic test is indeterminate, you must enlarge the context of the question. Comment. Go. 39-18-16. 95 . hopeitlasts Discussion starter 77 posts I have a set of DIY4X shims that actually bolt into the leaf packs. 250" wall tubing 2 RH and 2 LH - 7/8" x 14 Register an account today to become a member! Once signed in, you'll be able to participate on this site by adding your own topics and posts, as well as connect with other members. 2000 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD Engine: 4. For hydraulic pressure when turning left you'll need to tap the top aluminum cap. 3rd Gen Dodge 2500 Double Adjustable Control Arms 1-1/4 Heims. I have an 85 pickup with 35" tires, it still has the push pull steering. ikf uso zatd lihg vtmq foivcgx nfeur utfi ptwhb rqkz