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by luigi
Wed 11 Apr, 2012 7:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rear springs on the front.
Replies: 4
Views: 1041

Rear springs on the front.

I discovered this forum a couple of weeks ago, (i am also new to the world of computers). Now is probably a good time to introduce myself. My real name is Wayne, but I have been called luigi since I was in second grade. I am the proud owner of a 87 sierra cab chassis, (S J 51T). I have had it for 17...
by luigi
Wed 04 Apr, 2012 12:55 pm
Forum: 4WD Tech
Topic: sierra steering box
Replies: 4
Views: 1046

Re: sierra steering box

You are right about the power steering making it more enjoyable to drive. I wouldnt know myself. Driving my sierra always reminds me of those old black and white movies. Where the people are driving a car and constantly moving the steering wheel from side to side. At least I now know there is a viab...
by luigi
Wed 04 Apr, 2012 7:21 am
Forum: 4WD Tech
Topic: sierra steering box
Replies: 4
Views: 1046

Re: sierra steering box

Thanks for the reply. The power steering option sounds good, but a bit of work. I havent tried adjusting it. I think it is beyond adjustment. It has a notchy feel, like pitted ball bearings. I can feel it when I turn it by hand.I expect fitting a steering box from another car is going to take some t...
by luigi
Tue 03 Apr, 2012 6:30 pm
Forum: 4WD Tech
Topic: sierra steering box
Replies: 4
Views: 1046

sierra steering box

I am tipping this question has been asked many times. I am new to this forum, so if it has been dealt with before, sorry! I have a 1987 sierra cab chasis ute. I have done 650000 kms. The steering box is pretty sad. They tell me it cant be reconditioned. Is this true? I have also heard that certain d...