Thread: Steering Damper
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Old 06-17-2019, 09:43 PM   #3
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Default Re: Steering Damper

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Originally Posted by Mulletwagon View Post
The PO installed a steering damper which bolts on between the tie rod and front axle. Thinking about taking it off. Does it really stabilize steering or does it just make steering effort greater ?
Usually a steering damper is installed when stock replacement parts should be installed instead. You should not need one on a stock or even mildly modified front end.
They do increase steering effort slightly. You do not notice this on an off road desert racer where they were intended for use.
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