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Cape Codder · 06-07-2020, 04:34 PM

Bought NEW Pitman Arm because Ball end was worn and have shaking in front end. Also bought new bolt for the Pitman Arm. With approx. 225 in. of torque on bolt nut Pitman Arm is moving fore and aft a SSSSSLLLLight bit. Sector Shaft looks fine although don't know what a good shaft measures to?

Have tried to assemble any way BUT CANNOT get back plug of drag link threaded into drag link. WHAT is the SECRET in installing this plug?

Does anyone have any thought on either PROBLEM?

The Master Cylinder · 06-07-2020, 05:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Cape Codder

Bought NEW Pitman Arm because Ball end was worn and have shaking in front end. Also bought new bolt for the Pitman Arm. With approx. 225 in. of torque on bolt nut Pitman Arm is moving fore and aft a SSSSSLLLLight bit. Sector Shaft looks fine although don't know what a good shaft measures to?

Have tried to assemble any way BUT CANNOT get back plug of drag link threaded into drag link. WHAT is the SECRET in installing this plug?

Does anyone have any thought on either PROBLEM?

Is the pitman arm lose on the sector shaft or is there play in the steering box?

As for the drag link plug, mine was a real bear to get started. Maybe get some help, someone with BIG arms... maybe your MIL?

Cape Codder · 06-07-2020, 06:07 PM

The Master Cylinder We adjusted the end play and as far as we can see it is NOT moving.

aermotor · 06-08-2020, 06:23 AM

[QUOTE=Cape Codder;1896631]Bought NEW Pitman Arm because Ball end was worn and have shaking in front end. Also bought new bolt for the Pitman Arm. With approx. 225 in. of torque on bolt nut Pitman Arm is moving fore and aft a SSSSSLLLLight bit. Sector Shaft looks fine although don't know what a good shaft measures to?

I have found that the steering box mount bolts to frame holes slightly elongated to trick you into thinking it is the pitman arm to shaft movement.

John

1931 flamingo · 06-08-2020, 06:27 AM

Has to be TIGHT, NOT in. lbs........................
Paul in CT

The Master Cylinder · 06-08-2020, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by 1931 flamingo

Has to be TIGHT, NOT in. lbs........................
Paul in CT

Well 225 in. lbs. is ~19 ft. lbs.

06-07-2020, 04:34 PM	#1
Cape Codder Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 1,262	Tie Rod End Installation Bought NEW Pitman Arm because Ball end was worn and have shaking in front end. Also bought new bolt for the Pitman Arm. With approx. 225 in. of torque on bolt nut Pitman Arm is moving fore and aft a SSSSSLLLLight bit. Sector Shaft looks fine although don't know what a good shaft measures to? Have tried to assemble any way BUT CANNOT get back plug of drag link threaded into drag link. WHAT is the SECRET in installing this plug? Does anyone have any thought on either PROBLEM?

06-07-2020, 06:07 PM	#3
Cape Codder Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 1,262	Re: Tie Rod End Installation The Master Cylinder We adjusted the end play and as far as we can see it is NOT moving.

06-08-2020, 06:23 AM	#4
aermotor Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 1,099	Re: Tie Rod End Installation [QUOTE=Cape Codder;1896631]Bought NEW Pitman Arm because Ball end was worn and have shaking in front end. Also bought new bolt for the Pitman Arm. With approx. 225 in. of torque on bolt nut Pitman Arm is moving fore and aft a SSSSSLLLLight bit. Sector Shaft looks fine although don't know what a good shaft measures to? I have found that the steering box mount bolts to frame holes slightly elongated to trick you into thinking it is the pitman arm to shaft movement. John

06-08-2020, 06:27 AM	#5
1931 flamingo Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: new britain,ct 06052 Posts: 9,390	Re: Tie Rod End Installation Has to be TIGHT, NOT in. lbs........................ Paul in CT