Steer tire wear
Discussion in 'Trucks [ Eighteen Wheelers ]' started by W Bench Farms, Apr 15, 2021.
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In my opinion if your local shop is doing it with measurements by hand you are definitely on the right track.singlescrewshaker Thanks this. -
I'll have to check, but I think we did kingpins in this truck 20-30k miles ago. Springs definitely a possibility. On a sharp turn I can sometimes hear a spring pin make a noise. And that would make sense on tire wear.
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Other than the Beckett’s Chad’s shop is there top shop.
I have had a great experience using Quick Align in Florida.
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For me, the easiest way to check if it is the shackle/hanger is start the truck up so the power steering pump is running. Then use a glove or something to get good purchase on the steering shaft, & twist it left to right. (Also accomplished with a partner in the drivers seat turning the steering wheel. Lol)
Then watch that hanger as the steering wheel is turned. If you see any side to side movements, it needs replaced. Or at the minimum more shims added can buy you some time. Mine had a few contributing factors, but I'm hoping this will end the inside tire wear. Please be sure to drop back in & let us know what solved your particular issue.. Good luck..
Oh, here's a decent video of how to go about it. Helps for people like me trying to up my mechanical abilities. You may not need it.. lol
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