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Old 08-16-2010, 10:06 PM
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Default Steering suggestions for a 100

Hello everyone. I'm looking to improve the steering on my 100 as it seems to need some attention. The steering box needs to be rebuilt as it is fairly sloppy and the pivot in the front axle allows the axle to move forward & backwards as I turn the steering wheel. It isn't very much, 1/4" to 3/8" either way, but I'm assuming it should be delt with. I would like the steering to be easier to turn then it is now, which I have to use both hands with moderate force. That being said...

When rebuilding the column & steering box, would it be worth it to put the Ross column bearing upgrade kit (I see it on Ebay mostly) in? Would this make steering easier?

I also read about the "Super Steer" axles that some of the cyclops tractors have. On CubFaq they say you can reduce your turning circle by quite a bit, which is something that interests me a great deal. Can you put one of these axles on a NF Cub? Would it be worth the cost? What parts would you need to complete this conversion (if it can be done)? What are the drawbacks of having one of these axles/setups on your tractor? Somewhere I read that it can lift the front of the tractor up a couple of inches.

Thanks everyone for any info they can provide!
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