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Old 01-13-2009, 01:53 AM
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Anyone have any Ideas on why my steering has about a 4 inch play either direction before it responds?
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warn out steering. i would think your steering box is getting real warn out.
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I had the same problem it was my steering box
Old 01-13-2009, 10:42 AM
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okay, I'll see what I can do about it. any suggestions on where to get a good deal on one? and what would be the best brand to get?
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Go to a JY and pull one from a Dodge Durango it is a good upgrade and almost a direct bolt in.

There is a thread on here where someone did the swap and I am sure you can find it with a lil search.
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I went to a Junk yard and pulled one from another jeep Cherokee worked fine
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I agree with the others, Steering box will probably give you the biggest bang for the buck. This is where I would start. Based on your profile if you're driving a 1990, I would also be prepared to replace every steering component.

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