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Old 05-28-2016, 11:05 AM
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So need to replace me steering box as line has lots of play. Are there any good upgrades without going to hydro ?
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Originally Posted by Jeepstercanada
So need to replace me steering box as line has lots of play. Are there any good upgrades without going to hydro ?
I think Synergy has kit, that adds a cross brace also.
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A few people have posted about replacement boxes, but they were not 'upgrades'. Maybe your best bet is a WTO box (or have them rebuild yours), and that way the box will already be set up for hydro if you choose to add it down the road.

I don't think the Synergy kit is what you are looking for, they are just braces for the trackbar and sector shaft.
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Ya the box has lots of play. I would go hydro just don't have the cash
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Check their website, they'll rebuild your factory box. Don't want the hydro, don't buy all the add-ons. The benefit is that the box will already be set up for it. (they also sell new boxes, then you get a core charge refund after you send your broke one back to them)

It's at least worth comparing prices against a new stock box from your dealership.
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If you think the box will need replacing indefinitely, why not try playing with the preload on the worm gear? You'll see an adjustment screw with a jam nut on top of the box. Worth a try


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