Question about High Steer

[Hard40]

My 77 40 has 5 inches of lift and Saginaw Steering. Currently using a dropped pitman arm. I know High Steer is usually associated with SOA but it looks as if it would work with plenty of clearance on my truck. I have been told that it will not. Any experience anyone has in this would be appreciated.

Thanks

 

[Poser]

THIS set-up should work very well for you. I installed it in a sprung under 40 series....

Here is a pic with ram assist steering we added:

Good luck!


-Steve

 

[smcruisin]

4x4Labs makes steering arms for spring-under configurations.

http://4x4labs.com/products/steeringarms.html

I haven't used their stuff, but others have been very happy with it.


The problem with using most high-steer arms on a spring under configuration, is the arms have an upwards bend/machined shape. In a spring-over application, this raises the tie-rod over the spring pack. In a spring under configuration, your tie-rod will likely contact the frame before the axle touches the bump-stop. Once you install taller bumpstops for a little more 'safety margin', you may not have enough up-travel.

cheers,
Steve

 

[Hard40]

Thanks Steve, I'll Check out 4x4 Labs. The pictures are much appreciated!

Alan

 

[Poser]

Thanks Steve, I'll Check out 4x4 Labs. The pictures are much appreciated!

Alan

Luke is a very knowledgeable person and great to do business with.