How to Check a Rag Joint

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In this video I show you how to check for a worn steering Rag Joint. I show an example of a bad rag joint and a good rag joint. This contributes to steering Slop and looseness.

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Much appreciated! There are virtually no videos and/or explanations anywhere that describe what a bad rag joint sounds like and how to diagnose. I have a 14 Taurus and after several alignments I continued to have slop in my steering. While car is off, there is an audible clunking sound coming from the firewall area. Your video has helped me to diagnose the issue. Again, very much appreciated! Thank you!

Nicsey
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Thanks for the video. I just bought a rag joint eliminator for my LT1 firehawk.

prixinc
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Thanks man! That was an easy diagnosis! Much appreciated!

danielmoss
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Just bought a 1980 Pinto. Yes I know..I the steering is sloppy. Your video was what I needed to SEE it before I start R&R. Thank you for Getting to the Point. A New Sub you found. Now to find the replacement part.

Sabanator
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Thanks m8 for the information, I believe this is my next step to better steering.

THOMASS_P
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Great videos brother this will help me with my 98 Jimmy .

chiefton
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Nice, simple, and too the point. Great vid. Thanks!!

lucasgoldman
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Seriously underrated channel, easiest sub ever lol
I’ve been drivin my truck with more play than that for like 4 years now and you posted this mf 7 years ago 😤
I’ve searched the web and replaced the whole front end once and fucking finally
I can get some clothes on this loose old stripper been tired of drivin a wallered out boat 😂

slownloud
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Straight to the point I needed this thanks

allaboutsemis
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Nice camaro on the intro, sounds awesome!

MrTestertester
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Thank you! Exactly what I was looking for.

danr
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Advice please. Trying to install a 3/4 30 spline on to the steering box. The rag joint is very tight. Tried to tap it but didn't want to ruin the new steering box. What do you recommend. I appreciate your advice. Thank you.

Dumachode
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What if you have lifted truck 3 inch sus and 2 inch body lift on 89 Toyota any specifics I do or get? Cause mines is bad

jhonnytarin
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What’s the purpose of the rag joint? To dampen vibrations? Safety Incase of accident?? Mine in completely shot on my 89 f150 and I’m thinking of making one myself with no flex..

IntegraDIY
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Right to the point and good brah!
I got 160k on my rag joint. Still holding strong.

mccoyji
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So is there a way to replace the rag joint or do you have to replace that section of the steering shaft?

giuseppeverdi
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thanks will steering coupler be easy for D.I.Y on 85 caprice?. gearbox and front end recently replaced.

jamalcole
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Sweet, steering boxes are always kind of a mystery to me - you never have to touch them generally, even when u pull the motor, but when shit goes wrong I have no idea how to work with them because of that, lol.

MrSlowestD
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nice klowny thanks for sharing carnal!!!

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