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Old 08-21-2012, 09:51 PM   #1
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Re: Disc Brake Upgrade Reference Thread

I am assuming that you also converted to power steering? If so, a front end alignment should get your turning radius balanced again.

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I have completed this swap using parts from an '81. The truck turns tighter to the left than right. What can I do to correct this?
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Old 08-22-2012, 12:24 PM   #2
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I am assuming that you also converted to power steering? If so, a front end alignment should get your turning radius balanced again.
Yes I did. I guess we (myself or the alignment shop) will have to center the pitman arm by changing the tierod lengths. I set them to the original '81 lengths when I installed new ends. This makes the piman a little to the right of center.

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