Drag link/pitman arm options for 6" lift

[TuckerK5]

There are several threads on this. It solves some problems, but has issues of it's own. In some cases the steering is more twitchy on-center. You also can't run a sway bar and unless you have at least 4" of lift and the "low clearance" pitman arm, it requires an aftermarket engine crossmember. But you can steer lock-to-lock while articulated. With a sway bar and normal springs, the push-pull setup can provide decent steering.

Ah, I had to install an aftermarket crossmember for my LS swap so that was never an issue for me.
On the subject of lift I noticed in the first post that he has 6” which is what I have except I removed a leaf all the way around for a softer ride which makes mine about 5”.
I believe the pitman arm comes with the ORD kit.
And lastly I have no sway bars at all and my steering and handling on the road could not be better.
I pass cars on the curvy hills to and from work everyday.

 

[CGT80]

Since I don't drive my K5 that much, I probably wouldn't do much more than consider a dropped pitman arm. I have lots of work coming up so won't be home much, but eventually want to check a few adjustments on the steering box to ensure it is centered.

I considered an ls swap in the past and wish it was easy to make my C20 ride good, but I hope to buy a new duramax truck within the next year, so these will only get driven occasionally. The K5 is perfect for hauling my stuff to the shooting range that is nearby.