When building a dedicated rock crawler or trail rig, your factory steering linkages are often the first casualty of the trail. The Dana 60 front axle is legendary for its raw strength, but lifting your vehicle destroys the factory steering geometry. Upgrading to a premium Dana 60 high steer kit is the definitive way to protect your vital components and restore proper handling characteristics.
Why Your Rig Needs a Dana 60 Crossover Steering Kit
Lifting a truck with a solid front axle drastically alters the drag link angle, leading to dangerous bump steer and restricted suspension travel. An hd crossover steering kit acts as the perfect countermeasure. By relocating the steering components above the leaf springs, this Dana 60 crossover steering kit ensures that your linkages operate safely out of harm's way, granting you maximum ground clearance.
Fixing Angles with Dana 60 Kingpin Crossover Steering
Implementing a Dana 60 kingpin crossover steering system ensures your drag link remains as parallel as possible to your track bar. This geometry correction provides smooth, predictable control whether you are navigating jagged rocks or cruising down the highway, making a complete Dana 60 steering kit upgrade mandatory for any lifted rig.
The East West Offroad Dana 60 Kit Advantage
Sourcing compatible parts for a custom front end can be tedious and expensive. The East West Offroad Dana 60 kit provides a professional-grade, all-in-one package designed specifically for ALL Dana 60 Kingpin axles, giving fabricators everything they need in one place.
Massive Strength with 1.25 Inch Thick Dana 60 Arms
The foundation of this kit's extreme durability lies in its steering arms. To withstand the immense torque of 40-inch tires in bound-up situations, the package includes massive 1.25 inch thick Dana 60 arms. Unlike brittle cast iron, these billet Dana 60 steering arms are machined from domestic billet blocks, ensuring they will never flex, crack, or shear on the trail.
Versatility of 5 Hole Dana 60 Steering Arms
These arms feature a highly versatile 5 hole Dana 60 steering arms pattern. This specialized layout makes them premium, Reid compatible Dana 60 arms for those running heavy-duty aftermarket knuckles, while remaining 100% workable for standard 4-hole factory setups by simply leaving the fifth hole unused during installation.
Going Big with a GM 1 Ton Steering Kit Conversion
A heavy-duty axle requires heavy-duty joints to handle the leverage. This complete Dana 60 tie rod kit operates as a legendary GM 1 ton steering kit upgrade. It includes the heaviest joints in the off-road industry:
- The high-angle ES2026R drag link kit complete with all necessary hardware.
- A robust ES2027L drag link end for an incredibly secure pitman arm connection.
- Ultra-durable ES2234L ES2234R tie rod ends to confidently link your steering knuckles.
Customizing a Dana 60 High Steer Without DOM Tubes
Because custom track widths and suspension geometry vary wildly from rig to rig, pre-cut tubes rarely fit perfectly. This package is smartly offered as a Dana 60 high steer without DOM tubes. Fabricators can cut locally sourced heavy-wall steel tubing to their exact dimensions and weld in the supplied left and right 7/8-18 weld bungs and jam nuts for a flawless, customized fit.
The Springless Dana 60 High Steer Difference
The factory kingpin relies on a plastic cone and coil spring that compress and degrade rapidly under heavy off-road abuse. This design flaw leads directly to steering wander and the violent shaking known as "death wobble."
The included Dana 60 bronze bushing high steer kit permanently eliminates this flaw. By converting to a springless Dana 60 high steer system, the weak spring is replaced with a solid bronze bushing and a threaded preload set screw. This Dana 60 kingpin high steer upgrade mechanically locks the knuckle tension, delivering crisp, highly responsive steering that easily survives the harshest environments.
FAQs
How does the ES2026R drag link kit improve handling?
The ES2026R drag link kit components provide a high-angle, 1-ton capable joint that won't bind up when your suspension reaches maximum articulation. Paired with the ES2027L drag link end, it creates an unbreakable connection between your steering box and passenger knuckle.
Can I use the 1.25 inch thick Dana 60 arms on a stock axle?
Absolutely. The billet Dana 60 steering arms feature a 5 hole Dana 60 steering arms design, making them high-end Reid compatible Dana 60 arms, but they bolt perfectly onto factory 4-hole knuckles (you just leave the extra hole empty).
Why does this kit use 7/8-18 weld bungs and jam nuts?
The 7/8-18 weld bungs and jam nuts are the exact thread pitch needed to accept GM 1 ton steering kit joints, specifically the heavy-duty ES2234L ES2234R tie rod ends. Welding them into your own DOM tubing creates a custom-length steering linkage that is infinitely stronger than stock.
What is the advantage of a springless Dana 60 high steer conversion?
A springless Dana 60 high steer replaces the compressible factory spring with a solid bronze bushing. This creates a mechanically locked pivot point that won't deflect or wear out under the heavy load of oversized tires, permanently eliminating steering slop.