Steering Problem

MotorpoolMac · Post by **MotorpoolMac** » Thu Oct 30, 2008 11:46 pm

Has anyone had a problem with the steering being stiff? I have a 1948, 5 ton GMC with long gin poles on it that is mechanically very similar to the CCKW. It steers hard, but when I get the weight off the front axle by lifting a heavy load on the back, the steering is easy.

At first I thought it was the steering gear box, but would it not steer hard with or without a load? Could it be the knuckle bearings? Any ideas would be great!

Thanks,
Daniel

Chris_M · Post by **Chris_M** » Fri Oct 31, 2008 5:38 am

My own experience with my truck is very positive. While driving, steering is very smooth and easy. Even the extra weight from the winch is not a problem. I can turn the steering wheel with only one finger if I want. When not moving, of course that's a big difference.

Regards,

Chris