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Supporting Member of Barthmobile.com 03/22
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In my quest to settle the "tail happy" Breakaway I have just replace the track bar that goes from the top of the differential housing to the frame rail. This was at least partially responsible for part of my problem. The bearings at each end were SHOT!! Over a quarter inch of movement at each end. while 1/2 inch may not sound like much, it allows the momentum to get started and agrivates the motion. Over the Holidays, I am going to replace all the bushings in the springs and shackles, front and rear. After that ????

This weekend I hope to have the steering column moved forward for more leg room, Just took out the drivers seat to get ready for the major surgery. I will try to take many pictures and will post them later.

Have a great weekend everyone!


Ed
94 30' Breakaway #3864
30-BS-6B side entry
New Cummins 5.9L, 375+ HP
Allison 6 speed
Spartan chassis
K9DVC
Tankless water heater
 
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