Frame reinforcement for steering box

[odin]

Is it necessary on 1 ton frames?
Im at the point in my build to install the steering box after porting and rebuilding it.
On my last truck ( a half ton frame ) I used ORD frame plates for the steering box but the 1 ton frame is much thicker.
Have you guys seen these frames crack at the box like the 1/2 tons?

 

[ryoken]

I'm curious as well...

 

[sweetk30]

bolt in brace should be 100% in all these trucks min.

seen 1ton's crack there also.

plus like i have said before it makes the steering feel and handle much better.

and with crossover its basicly required.

 

[big pappa b]

The one ton chassis I bought for the axles had the frame repaired. They crack just the the others

 

[TheBeast_88K5]

I think it has more to do with the pressure angle, than the frame thickness....

Meaning, brace required.

 

[odin]

My truck is gonna run cross over with hydro assist and 40 inch tires.
If you guys have seen these frames crack at the box, Im gonna build a brace and x member.
Thanks for the reply's

 

[munepit]

Ive been following your build on Pirate. Looking good!

 

[odin]

Thanks!
I have a thread going here too. Just updated it today.