Frame cracks at steering box area

[landsmasher]

Went to tighten up loose nuts and bolts after a run and found a lot of cracks around the mounting holes for the steering box in the frame. Is there a standard way to fix and reinforce this area? Is there a kit?

 

[BurbinOR]

Yep, many have done it. ORD sells the 'fish plates' (apx $65) that reinforce the entire area, then it's a good idea to add an ORD steering brace (apx $95) to keep the area from flexing. The fish plates require welding in, the brace is a bolt in. Pics of both on my site below for a reference point for ya.

 

[ramjet gmc]

that's a good fix the clicky http://www.offroaddesign.com/catalog/steeringkit.htm

 

[landsmasher]

Great! thanks a million!