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Replacing steering stabilizer 2002 E-450 Super Duty
I'm changing out the steering stabilizer on my LD.
I've run  into a problem. I can not remove one bolt because the tie rod is in the way.
I don't want to disconnect the tie rod unless it is necessary. Please see attached photo.

Thanks!
2002 30' IB
Re: Replacing steering stabilizer 2002 E-450 Super Duty
Reply #1 –
Are there signs of frame or suspension damage? It should never get this close. With the wheels straight, there is plenty of clearance on our '04.

Steve
2004 FL
2013 Honda Fit
Re: Replacing steering stabilizer 2002 E-450 Super Duty
Reply #2 –
Never wrecked. I removed the nut and pushed the bolt back as far as it would go.
A mechanics friend told me if I jacked up the front the wheels and tie rod would lower giving me enough clearance to push the bolt through.
2002 30' IB
Re: Replacing steering stabilizer 2002 E-450 Super Duty
Reply #3 –
If there is no damage, I'm wondering if the tie rod is just turned a little. On mine (photo #1) I have juuuuuuust enough clearance to get that bolt out. The tie rod is not straight; it's got a little built in contour to it. I think I would unbolt the driver side tie rod (photo #2) and give the tie rod a little spin until the bolt clears. Good luck.
jor
09 27' MB
10  Suby Forester
Re: Replacing steering stabilizer 2002 E-450 Super Duty
Reply #4 –
Well I had to disconnect the stabilizer mount from the frame. A pain in the butt, but installed.
Thanks for your help.

Mark
2002 30' IB
Re: Replacing steering stabilizer 2002 E-450 Super Duty
Reply #5 –
For those doing this in the future, place a hydraulic jack under the cross member at the front of the oil pan and lift, this will move the tie-rod downward and out of the way. Reassemble, placing the bolt in from the opposite side.

Larry
Larry
2003 23.5' Front Lounge, since new.  Previously 1983 22' Front Lounge.
Tow vehicles  2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, 2001 Jeep Cherokee
Photo Collection: Lazy Daze
 
Re: Replacing steering stabilizer 2002 E-450 Super Duty
Reply #6 –
Thanks Larry. A mechanic friend told me to do this. Unfortunately I didn't have a floor jack or stands. I will purchase these for future projects.
2002 30' IB