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Old_iron · 06-20-2018, 11:28 PM

I am finishing up my rebuild of the '72 Dana 44. The original tie rod was shot so I picked up a nice, straight, used one from a newer model (maybe later 70's, 80's) D44.

Now that I have it together, it seems obvious that the steering stabilizer mount on the axle tube will have to be cut off and moved if I want to use it in conjunction with the hole in the tie rod.

Is that right? Would you do that or just not use it? The truck will be lifted 4".

68panelman · 06-21-2018, 09:45 AM

Use the clamp on style tie rod bracket and utilize the factory axle mount.

demian5 · 06-21-2018, 11:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 68panelman

Use the clamp on style tie rod bracket and utilize the factory axle mount.

And High Steer conversion while you are at it.

http://www.fourwheeler.com/how-to/tr...er-conversion/

**Jeff's bowtie's** · 06-21-2018, 12:08 PM

Also the newer tierod may not clear your springs as the newer tie rod comes up through the bottom that's why they are straight the 72s are offset on the ends just a thought

Old_iron · 06-22-2018, 12:19 AM

Thanks for the input gents, I'll go out and check the spring clearance also look up the tie rod bracket.

**DeadheadNM** · 06-22-2018, 07:15 AM

If it clears you might try using the tie rod and get an OEM clamp. The clamp should bolt further inward than the existing eye hole when using an OEM style dampener. Here are some reference photos: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...9&postcount=57

B. W. · 06-24-2018, 11:18 AM

Raybestos p/n 410-1003 is the correct tie rod.

Sorry, difficult to see, best pic I have:

06-20-2018, 11:28 PM	#1
Old_iron Registered User Join Date: May 2016 Location: Idaho Posts: 87	Steering stabilizer / dampener I am finishing up my rebuild of the '72 Dana 44. The original tie rod was shot so I picked up a nice, straight, used one from a newer model (maybe later 70's, 80's) D44. Now that I have it together, it seems obvious that the steering stabilizer mount on the axle tube will have to be cut off and moved if I want to use it in conjunction with the hole in the tie rod. Is that right? Would you do that or just not use it? The truck will be lifted 4". Attached Images __________________ 1968 GMC 3/4 Ton 4x4 K20 / 2500 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu

06-21-2018, 09:45 AM	#2
68panelman Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Delaware and Long Island, New York Posts: 3,458	Re: Steering stabilizer / dampener Use the clamp on style tie rod bracket and utilize the factory axle mount.

06-21-2018, 12:08 PM	#4
Jeff's bowtie's Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Kearneysville Wv Posts: 3,957	Re: Steering stabilizer / dampener Also the newer tierod may not clear your springs as the newer tie rod comes up through the bottom that's why they are straight the 72s are offset on the ends just a thought

06-22-2018, 12:19 AM	#5
Old_iron Registered User Join Date: May 2016 Location: Idaho Posts: 87	Re: Steering stabilizer / dampener Thanks for the input gents, I'll go out and check the spring clearance also look up the tie rod bracket. __________________ 1968 GMC 3/4 Ton 4x4 K20 / 2500 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu

06-22-2018, 07:15 AM	#6
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,449	Re: Steering stabilizer / dampener If it clears you might try using the tie rod and get an OEM clamp. The clamp should bolt further inward than the existing eye hole when using an OEM style dampener. Here are some reference photos: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...9&postcount=57 __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

06-24-2018, 11:18 AM	#7
B. W. Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Bigfork, Montana Posts: 1,137	Re: Steering stabilizer / dampener Raybestos p/n 410-1003 is the correct tie rod. Sorry, difficult to see, best pic I have: Attached Images



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