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#243582 12/28/2004 11:26 PM
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I am thinging about installing some stainless steel king pin with needle bearing from ssbrakes. Is anybody using them ? They say no-machine work is needed. It going under my 48 gmc 1/2 panel, I plan on running a stock size wheel.


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#243583 12/29/2004 2:31 AM
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i got some for my ****,but i haven't installed them yet.they seem to be good quality.im replacing mine to make it steer easier,not because they were worn out.

#243584 12/29/2004 12:19 PM
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Make sure you use a press it put them in. Don't think they will survive the HAMMER

#243585 12/30/2004 4:59 AM
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I have been told they would make it steer alot easier. And mine are just about worn out. What do you know about old style tie rod ends (stock) vs the newer all one piece style. I have been told they also help, but the are shorter, so it off to the shop for a proper adjustment.


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