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I've seen several items lately about steering/suspension issues. Wanted to relate an issue and how I fixed it.
My 1009 went from one side of the road to the other although the steering wheel was kept basically straight. I found myself constantly correcting this sway.
To diagnos the problem a maintenance NCO had me move the steering wheel for short turns back and forth slowly while he felt the PITMAN ARM. There was a distinct pop felt at the pitman arm knuckle. I replaced both parts (short and long) of the pitman arm.
Directions for replacing the pitman arm is in the -20 section 8-10. Be sure to follow the directions especially for marking the old one before pulling it off.
Hope it helps.
My 1009 went from one side of the road to the other although the steering wheel was kept basically straight. I found myself constantly correcting this sway.
To diagnos the problem a maintenance NCO had me move the steering wheel for short turns back and forth slowly while he felt the PITMAN ARM. There was a distinct pop felt at the pitman arm knuckle. I replaced both parts (short and long) of the pitman arm.
Directions for replacing the pitman arm is in the -20 section 8-10. Be sure to follow the directions especially for marking the old one before pulling it off.
Hope it helps.