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1995 Chevrolet C K 1500 Base Reg Cab 117.5 WB (CA)

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March 8, 2013, 6:48 am

Joseph B
 

Question: If you remove the pitman arm, can it go back on the gear shaft in a different position?

My truck wont turn left as far as it will right. Trying to line the gear up with the wheels straight. It has four splines every 90 degrees. With the steering gear centered it doesnt seem to want to go back on. Are the arms a 1 time install, so when you take them off you need another arm?


March 8, 2013, 5:52 pm

Ron W
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They should fit in four positions. If yours doesn't line up, there may be a suspension wear issue.


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