Steering Stabilizer Question

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  1. Sep 10, 2013 at 7:50 AM #1
    Tradesman

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    I see many trucks with steering stabilizers, more specifically on one tonne trucks or trucks with very high lifts on them. Would it be worth it to install a steering stabilizer on a bone stock truck? I came across an add on eBay for a steering stabilizer kit from Fabtech that would fit my truck. Not that there is anything wrong with the steering on my truck, I just wanted to see if there's any advantage if the truck hasn't been modified at all.
     
  2. Sep 10, 2013 at 11:21 AM #2
    Roush PSD Interceptor

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    Installed one on my 2000 F250 4x4.
    There were factory Ford brackets and a dimple in the drag link
    to attach the stabilizer brackets but it didn't come with one
    from Ford.

    Made a big difference in the steering feel especially on bumpy
    and pothole filled roads. No sudden jerk from a roadway defect
    to tire then to steering components and then to steering wheel.

    Took a few days to get used to the steering
    feel with the new "dampener" attached to the drag link.

    Made the steering feel better in the long run
    I can't imagine taking it back off and driving without it.
     
  3. Sep 10, 2013 at 11:32 AM #3
    01f1502wd

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  4. Sep 10, 2013 at 7:23 PM #4
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    Our roads here are really bumpy. I found myself gently holding the steering wheel on most roads as it jerked so bad. Mine has helped, feels much smoother and everything.
     
  5. Sep 10, 2013 at 9:49 PM #5
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    I heard something about steering stabilizers putting an unneeded load on your tierods and even causing them to snap. :shrug:
     
  6. Sep 10, 2013 at 10:17 PM #6
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    Understandable. It's an added resistance if you're not smashing potholes/rough roads or off roading where you would need it to help.
     
  7. Sep 10, 2013 at 10:46 PM #7
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    A few guys on f150online have snapped tierods clean off
     
  8. Sep 11, 2013 at 2:33 PM #8
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    I thought that was due to the dual stabilizers?
     
  9. Sep 11, 2013 at 3:10 PM #9
    Pity7700

    Pity7700 oh umm...uhh?

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    i love my steering stabilizer. not going to lie.

    saw a difference when I installed it compared to not having one with my 35s. I feel it was a good purchase.
     
  10. Sep 13, 2013 at 10:30 AM #10
    4ctNduction

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    on new fords (mostly f250s+) we reccomend them if the truck is lifted. the new fords for some reason jerk the steering wheel if you hit a bump
     
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