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When you pull the trigger on a massive 1-ton axle swap—whether you are building a dedicated rock-bouncing buggy or beefing up a classic black K5 Blazer for extreme trail duty—factory steering linkages will instantly become your weakest link. Standard push-pull steering creates severe binding and unpredictable handling once you add tall suspension lifts and oversized mud tires.

To gain absolute command over your vehicle, upgrading to a Dana 60 Kingpin High Steer Kit is not just a recommendation; it is a structural necessity. In this guide, we will examine the rugged components that make up the ultimate high-steer conversion.

Why Upgrade to Crossover Steering Dana 60?

The geometry of a lifted truck forces the factory drag link into a steep, dangerous angle. This steep angle translates directly into "bump steer," where your steering wheel jerks violently as the suspension compresses and rebounds. By upgrading to a Crossover Steering Dana 60 configuration, you route the drag link parallel to the axle, effectively isolating your steering input from the movement of your suspension.

The Benefits of a 1 Ton High Steer Kit

A true 1 Ton High Steer Kit goes beyond just fixing geometry. By mounting your vital steering links high up on the passenger and driver side knuckles, you lift your entire tie rod out of harm's way. This massive increase in ground clearance ensures that your linkages won't get bent or crushed by boulders, stumps, and deep trail ruts.

Billet Dana 60 High Steer Complete Package Breakdown

When you are miles away from the trailhead, you cannot afford to rely on cheap, imported cast iron parts. To guarantee your vehicle survives the abuse, serious fabricators demand American Made Dana 60 High Steer components.

Sourcing the Best Dana 60 High Steer Arms Billet

The absolute core of the EWO kingpin crossover complete kit is its steering arms. This kit features a premium Dana 60 High Steer Arm Pair that utilizes a true Dana 60 High Steer Arms Billet construction.

CNC-machined from solid domestic steel blocks, these 1.25 inch thick Dana 60 billet arms provide zero-flex reliability. Furthermore, they feature a heavy-duty 5 hole pattern Dana 60 steering arms layout. This 5-stud design offers unmatched clamping force, keeping the arms rigidly secured to both factory flat-top knuckles and high-performance aftermarket knuckles.

Building the DOM Tubing Steering Kit Dana 60

Even the strongest billet arms are useless if the links connecting them bend under pressure. This complete Dana 60 kingpin steering kit provides the ultimate raw materials to fabricate indestructible linkages.

Hardware and Ends for Your Complete Dana 60 Steering Kit

To ensure your custom steering setup is truly bomb-proof, the kit includes:

1. Heavy-Wall Linkages: You receive 54" and 43" sections of 1.50 OD 250 wall DOM tubing. This quarter-inch wall thickness is the industry standard for extreme rock crawling.

2. Extreme Clamping Force: The steering arms are held down by ten 180000 PSI high strength fine thread studs and tapered nuts, which prevent the stretching and shearing common with standard Grade 8 bolts.

3. Upgraded Pivot Points: The kit replaces the squishy factory plastic kingpin cones with Dana 60 Kingpin bronze bushings, creating a metal-on-metal bearing surface that stops death wobble in its tracks.

4. Massive Rod Ends: Articulation is managed by heavy-duty 1-ton joints, including ES2026R ES2027L drag link ends (with hardware) and ES2234L ES2234R tie rod ends (with hardware).

5. Easy Adjustability: Left and right 7/8-18 weld bungs and jam nuts are provided so you can easily fine-tune your toe alignment once the tubes are welded.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Do I need to cut the DOM tubing myself? A: Yes. Because this is a custom fabricator's kit designed to fit various axle widths and steering box locations, the 54" and 43" lengths of 1.50 OD 250 wall DOM tubing must be measured, cut to length, and then welded with the provided 7/8-18 weld bungs.

Q: Why are Dana 60 Kingpin bronze bushings better than the factory plastic ones? A: The factory plastic/nylon bushings compress over time, especially under the weight of heavy 40+ inch tires. This compression leads to loose kingpins and violent steering wobble. Bronze bushings do not compress, providing a permanent, tight steering feel.

Q: Will the 5 hole pattern Dana 60 steering arms fit my stock 4-hole knuckles? A: Yes, they will bolt right onto properly machined factory 4-stud flat-top knuckles. The 5th hole simply allows for forward compatibility if you ever decide to upgrade to heavy-duty 5-stud aftermarket knuckles.

Q: Does the East West Offroad Dana 60 kit include a drop pitman arm? A: No, the pitman arm is kept optional. Since every lifted rig requires a different amount of pitman arm "drop" to achieve perfectly flat drag link angles, this allows you to source the exact arm your suspension setup needs.