Pistons23
Well-Known Member
a while ago i noticed that the boot covering the pivot joint on the lower steering shaft was torn. so i started to look for a new one. last week i came across someone parting out a 99 ranger. so i picked up the steering shaft for $25. i also have a clicking sensation coming through the steering wheel. it does it whether going straight or turning. and its about once every second. the balljoints and tie rod ends look good. i checked all the lug nuts. so i THINK i have it narrowed down to the rack and pinion or the power steering pump. who know, maybe its the steering shaft i haven replaced yet. so my question is, what should i inspect while im swapping out the lower shaft?
oh, and i also jacked up the front(with the engine off) end and slowly turned the wheel and and couldnt hear or feel anything. but when i turned the engine on with the wheels on the ground i could feel it.
oh, and i also jacked up the front(with the engine off) end and slowly turned the wheel and and couldnt hear or feel anything. but when i turned the engine on with the wheels on the ground i could feel it.