I got a 2 1/2" raised block from a member here with one stripped out stud. I thought that I could fid one locally, but no such luck. Anyone know where to find them? Or would one grade 8 bolt work?
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Studs for a raised steering block?
- Thread starter cbbr
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I found some Grade8 all thread and cut it down to size. Make sure you check those everyday before you drive. The raised blocks are unsafe, and I cant believe they are still on the market.cbbr said:
Why are they unsafe?
bigbadchev84
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Ive ran one for 4years with 39.5 boggers and a heavy foot, No Ill effects, I wouldnt worry. Have you tried fastenal?
i actually am finishing up my 60 right now, and have a steering block too, i just went to the hardware store, true value specifically and found a 1/2" fine thread grade 8 bolt. Will the lil taper in the steering arm matter? or can i just use the bolt straight down ontop of the arm?
Mudstud
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I would try and locate a piece of threaded stock and use a lug nut style nut on it so you can retain the use of the taper. If you use a bolt you are essentially loosing the tapered centering feature of one of only 4 bolts on a critical piece of steering hardware. Shouldn't be too hard to find a piece of grade 8 or 9 threaded rod. Might be kinda pricy if you have to buy a 3 foot section though. I have the block and the studs.
Maybe give Superlift a call and see if they'll send you out one.
Maybe give Superlift a call and see if they'll send you out one.
Because there is too much stress on those long and skinny studs. If they have any play in them, they will break. I broke this in a driveway on my way to the store.cbbr said:
Could you imagine having one break away from home? or worse, on the road....
This is why I went crossover.
IIRC tRusty sheared his studs also.
The following question is only out of curiousity not meant to be an attack. Hopefully it will only lend more weight to your argument.Chaddy said:
Did you actually use a torque wrench for installation? And did you recheck the torque?
Yes, I used a torque wrench...........every other week.mrk5 said:The following question is only out of curiousity not meant to be an attack. Hopefully it will only lend more weight to your argument.
Did you actually use a torque wrench for installation? And did you recheck the torque?
I was told to check them all the time after install. I used locktight also.
Try calling ORD. They may be willing to sell you just one stud.cbbr said:
Thanks.Chaddy said:
Might be off topic but I just did a 4" lift on K30 dually. I used a stock dodge D60 arm and reamed it to fit Chey TRES. I've seen them on Ebay but I just happen to have one on my D60 that I wasn't using. It worked out perfect and the steering feels just like stock, no adjustment was needed.
ARP fasteners have them. They are the common studs used on engine heads and mains. Just have to get the right lenght and thread pitch you need.
Thanks.
