K 1500 Truck 4WD V8-350 5.7L (1986)
To confirm if vehicle is repaired, conduct series of 5 stops from 55 mph bringing vehicle to stop in 5 seconds (15 FPS SQ.) and compare to initial stops.
FIGURE 2
FIGURE NO. 3 - Ball Joint Turning Effort
If the lead condition still exists, perform the following procedure:
PROCEDURE B:
Inspect front spring bushings for visible deterioration. Replace as necessary.
Install a modified #3 spring leaf (P/N 460359) on vehicles currently equipped with two leaf springs as follows:
From the middle of the center bolt hole in the new #3 spring leaf, measure forward approximately 2-1/2 inches. Mark this point and cut using a suitable
tool such as a panel cutter. Remove any roughness from the cut end of the spring and "round" the upper cut edge with a die grinder. Install the springs
under the second leaf where a third leaf would normally be located. See Figure No. 2.
Refer to the alignment specifications previously recorded and increase caster angle to + 10.0 degrees using the proper steel caster wedge (P/N provided
