Steering Installation Page
Tech article by Duncan
This is my write up for the Stone Crusher steering system. This system replaces the inferior stock tie rod and
drag link set up with stronger components that can handle the modern uses of our modified Broncos...especially
for those who are running and using larger tires. The kit does not include any tools. However, most people will
have all of the needed tools to complete the install already in their garage. If not, they can be easily obtained at
almost any hardware store. The kit gives the specifics of the install by providing instructions for various
configurations. It also tells you how to do a rough alignment. If there are any specific questions, contact the
manufacturer to meet your needs. I found them to be quite helpful and willing to respond in a timely manner.
This is my write up for the Stone Crusher steering system. This system replaces the inferior stock tie rod and
drag link set up with stronger components that can handle the modern uses of our modified Broncos...especially
for those who are running and using larger tires. The kit does not include any tools. However, most people will
have all of the needed tools to complete the install already in their garage. If not, they can be easily obtained at
almost any hardware store. The kit gives the specifics of the install by providing instructions for various
configurations. It also tells you how to do a rough alignment. If there are any specific questions, contact the
manufacturer to meet your needs. I found them to be quite helpful and willing to respond in a timely manner.
3/4" FK Bearing Heim
1-1/4" 1026 DOM Tubing
After reading the instructions and becoming familiar
with the parts and getting a firm understanding of
what will be required for the install, you are ready for
the install. The next step is to secure the vehicle from
rolling and to dismantle the older components. I did
this by chocking the rear tires and implementing the
parking brake.
with the parts and getting a firm understanding of
what will be required for the install, you are ready for
the install. The next step is to secure the vehicle from
rolling and to dismantle the older components. I did
this by chocking the rear tires and implementing the
parking brake.
With the vehicle ready to accept the new components, it was time to assemble the kit
and get it ready for assembly. The kit is high quality. The new rods are beefy and come
powder coated for long lasting protection. Cadmium plated heims joints and grade 8
hardware along with washers and bushings round out the kit. When you compare the old
with the new it's easy to see the difference. The old components are worn out and are
the cause for sloppy and even possibly dangerous steering.
and get it ready for assembly. The kit is high quality. The new rods are beefy and come
powder coated for long lasting protection. Cadmium plated heims joints and grade 8
hardware along with washers and bushings round out the kit. When you compare the old
with the new it's easy to see the difference. The old components are worn out and are
the cause for sloppy and even possibly dangerous steering.
Before you can actually start to bolt the kit up, the pitman arm and spindle holes need
to be enlarged with a 3/4" drill bit. The holes are originally tapered, but need to be
straightened out to accept the new bolts. I pulled my pitman arm and drilled it out on a
drill press. However, all of the drilling can be done on the vehicle. Just take your time
and remember to use low RPM's and lots of cutting oil.
to be enlarged with a 3/4" drill bit. The holes are originally tapered, but need to be
straightened out to accept the new bolts. I pulled my pitman arm and drilled it out on a
drill press. However, all of the drilling can be done on the vehicle. Just take your time
and remember to use low RPM's and lots of cutting oil.
Since the kit comes
with instructions
explaining how to
assemble it either in
the stock position or
in the tie rod over
position to give you
more clearance on
the trail, I won't go into
specifics on bolting it
up and how or where
bushings and etc.
need to be placed.
with instructions
explaining how to
assemble it either in
the stock position or
in the tie rod over
position to give you
more clearance on
the trail, I won't go into
specifics on bolting it
up and how or where
bushings and etc.
need to be placed.
With the linkage in place I drilled an 1/8" hole
through the retaining nuts and bolts to slip a
cotter pin in place to keep everything locked
together.
through the retaining nuts and bolts to slip a
cotter pin in place to keep everything locked
together.
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