Now that My track bar is in order, I want to replace my steering box. I have read of people putting in the 1 ton box and claiming it was better and was only $200.
I would appreciate some advice on whether this is worth it or not as it appears that 1 ton box is not variable. For highway driving, is this setup less desirable as there is more boost at high speeds?
Also, does anyone know where to get this box for $200? My dealer quoted me a $400+ price.
Details about my truck are in my signature.
Mike
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2000 Dodge Ram 1500 QC SLT Laramie 5.9L 100K+ on the clock
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Location: Just south of nowhere in Oklahoma
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Other than the non variable steering a one ton box is pretty much the same as a 1500.
I should digress, as I got this info from another site when I was researching my 1 ton TRE install.
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I haven't heard the 1 ton boxes are any better. All I read is Dodge boxes are poor quality. PSC used to be highly recommended but they stopped making boxes for our trucks. Look up Redhead Steering out of Seattle. I've read very good reviews about their gears.
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Nitto Terra Grappler 285/75 R16 Thuren track bar
Thanks for the insights into this. So it seems that the 1 ton really isn't offering much and I should look for a new (rebuilt) Dodge unit or have Red head rebuild mine?
Should I also consider a steering stabilizer bracket to help protect the new box? I am wondering if it will wear out slower if the sector shaft is supported by a bearing?
Mike
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Again, from my reading, it appears the brace works well on mostly street driven trucks.
I have read that a few owners have had binding issues (and damage!) under severe off roading use due to frame flex. It's unclear if it is a flaw depending on the brand, or that the bar by design is too rigid.
The bar itself can be modified to prevent this, yet still support the shaft.
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^^^ yeah but you have to buy a bunch of them to get one that works. I've read too many horror stories from owners who had to keep replacing the "rebuilt" boxes before finally spending a little more on a quality one. I don't buy any parts from napa anymore.
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Location: Just south of nowhere in Oklahoma
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The redhead box sounds like a good deal if they mod them as they claim.
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MY NAME IS DOG, AND MY TANK IS EMPTY. GOT CHANGE? There's the right way, the wrong way, and the the half assed way to do any job. Since there is only one right way, that's the only way for things to be done. Let your work be a reflection of your skills and show some pride in your ride. Member #20 White truck club, and #29 in the 5.9 club!
Like AutoZone or Advance carry any better parts. Show me links, because I want to see them.
They don't. They are worse than Napa. Everything's chinese crap. I only purchase by brand name now, wherever I can find them. Here's the website for Redhead:
1 Ton Steering Box Replacement
