steering box

  1. MikeE024

    SOLD 03-06 Steering Gear

    2003–2006 steering gear ($40 plus shipping). Steering pump with reservoir also available for ($10 plus shipping). Removed and bagged when Blaine had my rig. No issues with the parts when they were replaced just don’t need them anymore. Happy to do a shipping quote for serious buyers. (using...
  2. Raz

    Leaking power steering fluid and replaced steering box, causing engine, air bag and horn issues

    Hey everyone! I'm a bit puzzled here, but I'm hoping to get some help. I recently acquired a 2001 Jeep TJ, and I absolutely love it. after 5 months of driving, I noticed some whining noises and realized there was a major leak. The power steering fluid was almost empty, and the steering box was...
  3. Whitejeep1999

    Power Steering Weirdness

    Hey everyone, So about a week ago I replaced my steering box because it was leaking from the input seal. Put a RedHead Steering gear in it. It drove and steered amazing since the replacement but over the past few days I’ve noticed some whining while turning the wheel and a whining noise while...
  4. deadbeat son

    Colorado Redhead Steering Gearbox '84 - '02 — Unused

    No longer available.
  5. Cheetokps

    Loose steering

    Hey guys, I have been tracking down loose steering on my Jeep. I have a large dead zone and it is very loose, it feels very unsafe on the highway. I have found that where my steering shaft goes into my steering box, there is a lot of play and no movement in the pitman arm. I slightly tightened...
  6. MattFogel

    Wandering steering

    I have a 2004 jeep wrangler with a 2" lift and 31 inch tires that wanders on the interstate. its very difficult to keep the car in the center of the lane. I have a couple of inches of play in the steering too. but it feels like the tires are changing directions. I was driving on some snowy...
  7. J

    Remanufactured steering box advice

    Hey guys! I joined the group around a year ago and have rebuilt my 02 TJ from scratch. This feat was accomplished mostly based on your comments and information provided in this forum. Thank you all for your wisdom! So my old steering box was leaking. I took it off and grabbed a...
  8. 2005 TJ

    Creaking / snapping noise while turning slowly and squeal coming from rear

    SOS I’m replacing the sway bar links and drivers inner tie rod end and left outer. I want to replace the pitman arm and drag link as well since I’m having a creaking issue when turning slowly and the steering wheel is a bit loose/crooked. But not sure if this is a good idea? Or even necessary...
  9. gusrub

    Play in steering on brand new steering gear box

    So I know this is a very common problem in TJ's and in Jeeps in general. So much that my '06 had it (and my XJ before it) and I knew there were many things that improve that. I travel frequently with the family so having stability on the road to be able to do above 60/mph is a must. I started...
  10. Schwifty Rich

    Track bar replacement / steering upgrade

    Happy holidays all! While I was headed to my cousins last night I hit a pot hole and experienced my first death wobble... holy crap was that scary! I pulled off the road to check it all out really quick and that’s when I got my first Christmas surprise lol. The track bar snapped! I have a...
  11. Ed Tapanes

    2000 TJ steering box replacement

    Hi all. Have a 2000 TJ that is leaking PS fluid from the steering box. Steering feel isn't bad, but need to refill the PS pump reservoir on a weekly basis. Have searched extensively for replacement recommendations and found lots of great advice on this forum. Unfortunately, all the links are...
  12. G

    Steering box adjustment

    I'm planning to adjust the steering box on my 2000 TJ 4.0L manual. Ill be looking for the exact size of the allen wrench need, but wanted to ask if there is anything to watch for after adjustment. Can adjusting your steering box cause other problems or steering concerns?
  13. D

    Steering Box Nightmare

    Hi all, I bought my tj a couple of years ago now and have been doing bits and pieces as and when I can to fix it up. I've finally gotten through the nightmare of replacing the steering box, more specifically the nightmare of getting the pitman arm off aha. But with the time that has passed I...
  14. Chris

    Dodge Durango Steering Gear Retrofit FAQ

    As there seems to be a lot of Jeep owners out there considering this swap and because we have done the swap ourselves we decided to provide our readers with an article on the subject. In this article we are not going to provide you with step by step instructions on how to swap your TJ steering...
  15. TJDave

    Steering Box Replacement

    For another alternative to the standard steering box, check out the Dodge Durango Steering Gear Retrofit FAQ. A few days ago, I received an e-mail with a couple pics from MikeW, a very good friend of mine who regularly participates in wrenchin' projects with me (sometimes on his stuff...