Steering Linkage help.

[john.stroop]

I am installing a full widths Dana 44 from a 1979 F250 under my 1974 EB. Has anyone on here built their own steering linkages. I have been reading about different venders selling their kits and may go that route. But, it appears that I could do this myself with some new heavy duty tie rods and some DOM tubing. Anyone got a lesson for me. Oh, I will 4x4 in it but I would consider it mild to rock crawling. Like, when hunting or camping. Thanks.

 

[citykid]

I bought mine from Duff and installed it knuckle over. I love it and all I had to do was take out the box and bolt up.

 

[john.stroop]

I bought my lift and suspension from them. And have been pleased with the quality so far. Still building so I have not rode it yet. I think they priced the steering at $379 yesterday. Just looking for cheaper ideas. Thanks do you have picks of yours on your rig.

 

[DirtDonk]

Ruff-Stuff Specialties has a tube and rod end kit utilizing the large tapered ball-joint type rod ends, rather than the spherical rod end type ("Heims") that might fill the bill.

Just out of curiosity though, why go to all the trouble of a full-width swap for just some occasional mild wheeling?
And presumably too, you've got a full-width rear in store?

Paul

 

[john.stroop]

Yes I have a Dana 60 for rear. I was planning on starting this all in about a year. I have been reading and researching this and other sites for about two. Trying to educate myself. I wanted an EB with a Cummings 4BT. I ran across a 74 model complete with a blown 302. Guy wanted to sell and he had a 4bt, front and rear axles from a 1979 F250, a ZF 5 speed tranny with aNP205 attached. He already had all the adapters to mount the drivetrain, engine , tranny, and transfer case. Had new starter on engine with adapter so it would fit in frame rails. And the axels came with four H1 wheels and brand new tires on them. Plus an extra frame! So...the price was right and I bought. Now my buddy and I have the drive train in. Starting on axels. Next will be steering, steering box, and fuel tank Once frame is completely assembled, we will tear it apart and clean and paint. Then start moving the body over from the other "complete" bronco. Or, that is what I hope happens!

 

[Hank_]

This place has what you want at some real good prices and free shipping.
http://extremecustomparts.com/i-613...2-d-o-m-make-to-your-specs-free-shipping.html


Hank