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Crossover Steering for Toyotas

Finally, a crossover conversion for better steering geometry

  • Next, the tie rod was installed in the driver-side steering arm. Our setup used common GM tie-rod ends that are readily available at most any parts store.
    Next, the tie rod was installed in the driver-side steering arm. Our setup used common GM
  • The other end of the tie rod was connected to the rear of the passenger-side arm and one end of the new crossover drag link connected to the forward end.
    The other end of the tie rod was connected to the rear of the passenger-side arm and one e
  • 4x4 Labs manufactures steering arms in multiple height offsets to accommodate most any lift and Toyota axle configuration.
    4x4 Labs manufactures steering arms in multiple height offsets to accommodate most any lif
  • Finally, the drag link with GM-tapered tie-rod end was attached to the pitman arm.
  • With the installation complete, you can see the position of the tie rod behind the axle, lying above the leaf springs.
    With the installation complete, you can see the position of the tie rod behind the axle, l
  • A view of the completed setup from the front shows plenty of forward clearance, with no tie rod in front of the axle, and the drag link positioned high and angled up to the steering box. This rig is ready for the rocks.
    A view of the completed setup from the front shows plenty of forward clearance, with no ti
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4x4 Labs
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