twin alphas with power steering (5.7’s). No leaks, fluid topped off, etc.
Went in today and steering is much stiffer than when we pulled last year. The only difference I made to the steering path was torquing down the gimbal ring bolts that clamp the steering pin to their 55lb spec. I believe these move with the steering anyways, so I don’t think that would bind anything. It does turn lock to lock with no problem, just takes some force. One other note is I did turn the steering while on the hard without the engines not running so I could access the back of the gimbal ring. Not sure if that can damage anything (I wouldn’t think so judging by how the system is more of a power assist than actual power steering)
I have the maintenance doc for the steering, so I’m going to lube all the service points first. Any other tips before starting to look at the steering cable?
Went in today and steering is much stiffer than when we pulled last year. The only difference I made to the steering path was torquing down the gimbal ring bolts that clamp the steering pin to their 55lb spec. I believe these move with the steering anyways, so I don’t think that would bind anything. It does turn lock to lock with no problem, just takes some force. One other note is I did turn the steering while on the hard without the engines not running so I could access the back of the gimbal ring. Not sure if that can damage anything (I wouldn’t think so judging by how the system is more of a power assist than actual power steering)
I have the maintenance doc for the steering, so I’m going to lube all the service points first. Any other tips before starting to look at the steering cable?
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