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Steering Problem

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Old Apr 10, 2009 | 06:56 AM
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Alright, I finally got around to getting my steering wheel straighted out, but it is still handling goofy. Could it just be the tread pattern on the tires? I am running 35x12.5x17 BFGoodrich Mud Terrains KM2 at 30PSI. Would it help if I lowered the PSI a little? Could it be something else? I know I need to get some longer sway bar links, could this be affecting my steering? What about the steering stabilizer?
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Old Apr 10, 2009 | 11:03 AM
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Show us a picture of the wheels and/or give us the backspace specs if known. The wrong backspace will cause tire scrub.

What happens is with non adjustable link lifts the caster is reduced and can cause tire scrub also.. not rub as previously mentioned.
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Old Apr 10, 2009 | 11:18 AM
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Originally Posted by WheelAZ
Show us a picture of the wheels and/or give us the backspace specs if known. The wrong backspace will cause tire scrub.

What happens is with non adjustable link lifts the caster is reduced and can cause tire scrub also.. not rub as previously mentioned.
I will take some pics when I get home tonight but I have 17x8 Cragar soft 8's with 4.5" of backspacing. I was just reading the write up on adjusting the toe-in and I was wondering if that would help. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
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