There are a few. I have seen them in the shop but I can't remember what ones for sure. My tech was saying a Volvo but can't remember what model. BMW is coming out with a "drive-by-wire" system. From what I read it'll be more responsive than conventional steering. We'll see..
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There are a few. I have seen them in the shop but I can't remember what ones for sure. My tech was saying a Volvo but can't remember what model. BMW is coming out with a "drive-by-wire" system. From what I read it'll be more responsive than conventional steering. We'll see..
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Assuming your set-up is correct, just go to PSC's website and go step by step through the process of getting air out of the system. Easy process, just gotta get the front tires off the ground and may want to pick up a little extra steering fluid
http://www.pscmotorsports.com/tech/bleeding.pdf
Yep those say nothing about having a mechanical set-up.
But sure do bitch about worn out shock absorbers. I wonder how many rigs/vehicles out there are illegal? LOL
Now here's a question. What should my toe-in be, running 39.5" tires??
CHOP SHOP
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Now here's a question. What should my toe-in be, running 39.5" tires??
shouldnt have any toe on a straight axle. Should be straight up unless its ifs or ttb.
1/8 inch max at the tread if you absolutly must.
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If you have leaks in the system as you mentioned, there's part of your problem.
Pook
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your kidding right?
Your steering is also a bit dependent on engine rpm. If you freak and lift the pedal, then steer you've dropped flow and pressure, then push the pedal it changes again...
Make sure you got no slop in the steering components. have someone else turn the wheel while you check it.
Here's some pics of my set-up. Pat at Those guys did all the work. I see I have some leaks I need to check on. But a very clean set-up by Pat:awesomework:
Ever heard of engine cleaner.....Damn john.....what a mess.
Binder
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Now here's a question. What should my toe-in be, running 39.5" tires??
Caster is more of a factor in return to center. What I can see by looking at those pictures it looks like you have enough caster.
That's how I find my leaks :flipoff: But thats all coming from one of the fittings on the orbital. I'm going to have to check them all.
Binder
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Also by looking at your hoses it looks like they shouldn't have air bubbles and should bleed just fine.
Are you SURE you don't have a worn attaching point on your ram?.....
A quick and dirty test I do on mine is with the engine running and parked move the wheel just slightly and at the same time look at the tires. The tires should move any time you move the wheel. If they don't there is something wrong.
Are you SURE you don't have a worn attaching point on your ram?.....
A quick and dirty test I do on mine is with the engine running and parked move the wheel just slightly and at the same time look at the tires. The tires should move any time you move the wheel. If they don't there is something wrong.
Care to explain why?? :corn::corn::corn:
Caster and king pin angle...
Binder
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Caster is kingpin angle as viewed from the side....
No its not...
as viewed from the side, caster is the angle of the center line that the upper and lower ball joints make from the vertical.
The kingpin angle is the angle between the center line of the upper and lower ball joints and the center line of the tire
http://www.mgf.ultimatemg.com/group2/suspension/wheels/steering_axis.gif
No everything is tight, It's all new. This hydro set-up just got finished last week.
Binder
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You're refering to the kingpin angle as it relates to camber. I'm refering to kingpin angle as it relates to caster....That's why the terms are caster, camber and toe.
BTW camber won't effect return to center assuming it's the same from right side to left side. Or out like as in road grader out.:redneck:
:edit: BTW I think you're right in that the king pin angle from the perspective you refer to could effect return to center.:beer: :edit:
Joop what about the steering column and wheel itself? The play could be before the orbital.
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CHOP SHOP
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No Im not. Everything I have ever been told or done or heard says to set a solid axle straight ahead at 0 degrees. If you are not competent or trust your skills then set it at a 1/16 to an 1/8 toed in.
If a guy is going to be a 1/16 off I would rather it be in than out.
Why would this be wrong? I even looked on pirate to see if I was way out in left field and all I found was 0 degree suggestions.:beer:
Binder
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Interesting to hear though I don't agree. I have always heard/ read toe must be in just slightly even on straight axles....But hey, whateva.:beer:
CHOP SHOP
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Im no link pastin master, but if ya prove yours or mine post it up. I couldnt find any BOOK specs online, just forum banter and opinions.
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