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kvue · 02-21-2011, 08:29 PM

hello all,

I just got an 85 4runner, and the truck has a problem with the steering not responding very well. Driving at 30mph the steering system tends to be less responsive, and it gets worse as i drive faster. It becomes frightening to drive it on the freeway. Can anyone help me?

***fourwd1*** · 02-21-2011, 09:24 PM

Are the tires and suspension stock?
Power steering? If so have you checked the PS fluid?

kvue · 02-22-2011, 01:50 AM

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Originally Posted by fourwd1

Are the tires and suspension stock?
Power steering? If so have you checked the PS fluid?

I was hoping you would reply...

Yes, i have check the powersteering fluid and gears. Fluid is good and up to level, and I have tried bleeding it as well. I have also check the powersteering gear box for leaks or external damage and found nothing. Also, the tires and suspension are stock. Though, i found several worn grease boots, can this be the cause?

Wilscojeff · 02-22-2011, 10:21 AM

Have you checked all the steering linkages. From the wheel down to the steering box?

kvue · 02-22-2011, 02:40 PM

Yes, all the linkages are in good shape. The only thing I see broken are several grease boots.

Wilscojeff · 03-05-2011, 10:29 PM

Is the truck lifted? Whats size tires? Id check to see if the steering stabilizer shock needs replaced.

kvue · 03-06-2011, 02:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Wilscojeff

Is the truck lifted? Whats size tires? Id check to see if the steering stabilizer shock needs replaced.

The truck has stock supsension and stock tires. I haven't check the steering stabilizer yet; how would I know if the stabilizer needs replacement?

Wilscojeff · 03-06-2011, 09:38 AM

you would have to take to shock off. If you compress it and it doesn't push back out then the shock is shot.