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2008 Intrigue Steering Drag Link

Hi all, I have a 2008 Intrigue 530 which tends to wander all over the road. It was in the Junction City facility several times for trouble shooting and most recently they seemed to suggest that the Control Arm ball joints needed to be replaced. However after further inspections I can see and feel that there is slight play in the forward Drag Link ball joint which connects to the Pitman arm.  Although very slight play can be felt in these ball joints, in my opinion, the play is not sufficient to cause excessive wondering to such a large extent.  Going around a long right curve the steering will not wonder when all the slack is taken up and pressure is on the  steering wheel is maintained to keep the turn, once on the straight away, the wheel will wander and constant input some 20 degrees either way is required to keep the coach straight. I am looking to understand others experiences especially with wondering issues. I have read and understand loading, tire pressure issues can cause wandering, but my coach is really excessive. Has anyone experience with steering box issues, such as wear and free play etc,  Would also appreciate help with finding the correct part numbers for the Drag Link ball joints and manufacturer where these can be procured from. I would also appreciate if any readers have PDF schematics or steering manuals which they are will to share? Thanks

Re: 2008 Intrigue Steering Drag Link

Reply #1 –
You might want to try a very heavy chassis grease. We had the same problem when we purchased our 09 Alure. The front end Mechanic said he could fix it with a good grease job. He used a heavy red grease and recommended a grease every 6 mo. Problem Solved that was 3 years ago. Craig

On Jul 5, 2020 5:32 PM, Jeeves via Country

Re: 2008 Intrigue Steering Drag Link

Reply #2 –
Hi Craig, thanks for the input. Unfortunately the drag link ball joints are sealed units with no grease nipples. I could that a try on the control arm ball joints.
 

Re: 2008 Intrigue Steering Drag Link

Reply #4 –
You may want to review  a discussion on IRV2 Titled wheel slop! On going tech info. The reference to use  KAISER for service/parts is spot on.They have the correct parts you are looking for.