front caster on solid axle

[gab50]

I was wondering if anyone has opinions or experience on caster in our trucks with solid front axle. I am not asking about model A's, fords or gassers but rather 47-59 trucks. I have used 1.5 and 6 and now have a set of 2.5 shims to try. I think the 6 was a bit much but it did steer straight. So much so that it didn't really like to turn easily. It did change the bump steer character which I think was due to making a bit of an S in the spring. Thanks

[Wrenchbender Ret]

Generally about2-4 degrees works best.

[Knothead]

I changed mine to 4 degrees,drives better, but with manual steering it's a little on the positive side. but the truck does go straight down the road!

[gab50]

Thanks for the info. I will search out a set of 4's and give that a try. 3-4 was what I was thinking but it is always nice to talk to someone who has tried it.