Does this kingpin need to be replaced? Pics

[munepit]

I'm wondering if these need replaced. I hope not. Thanks.

 

[nvrenuf]

I'm going to say yes. The pin should have a polished finish like a bearing surface.

 

[munepit]

Fock!!!! The plastic piece looked good. The kingpin is rough when I rubbed my finger on it.

This is going to be fun.

Thanks.

 

[sweetk30]

junk sorry to say

every set I have done so far in the rust belt of the north east have come right out.

and fyi here ya go incase you forgot http://coloradok5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=307918&highlight=king+pin

 

[munepit]

I didn't forget. Thanks!

 

[rebelgregory]

What wore it like that? Sand? I'm used to seeing the usual wear, but don't see many like that. Just curious.

 

[munepit]

I have no idea. The plastic bushing is perfect and the grease looked good. I don't know. They didn't look like this a couple yrs ago when I put the springless arms on. And I have only driven it no more than 500 miles. Though almost every mile is a hard mile on it.



I have not yet done the drivers side. I need to see how that one looks.

 

[munepit]

I have not driven it through the dunes. So I have no idea.

 

[nvrenuf]

His build thread said everything was "...was all dry and crusty..." when he took it apart.

Edit: ugh... sloooow