Buddy I wish I was there to help you get that draglink out and replace it, so that wouldn't be another worry on your mind while your supplying all of us here these very important vídeos. Take care and God bless
Had three different alignments from two shops when my tuck was pulling one direction. Being a relatively new driver, I did not think to check the drag linkage. It was just as bad as this one and was at the point where it could have come apart. Our shop mechanic caught while greasing it.
Great video chase greetings from the United States Virgin islands St Thomas in the carribbean Us territory I am new to your channel and is learning a lot I am a journeyman heavy equipment mechanic my dad taught me most of what I know so far about equipment repair I am going for my CDL soon by God grace thanks for the great content God bless and be safe out there
I slip-seat Volvo daycabs daily....that's one of the main things I check at pre-trip....though it would be hard to see the other side simultaneously. That's also a major DOT violation! If you make it that far! Good looking out! 😎👍
A proper pre-trip calls for grabbing that drag link and checking for looseness. I find working the steering shaft like you did, is easier. You're right there when checking the oil. You should also look at the tie rod ends. I found the pitman arm bolt/nut at the splines loose that way one time. Good advice and info, for everyone, and every truck. I see WAY too many "drivers" just jump in and go.
Chase I had an old man 35 years ago. Laugh at me, I was hitting it like you were. Got a BFH and was wearing it out. That old man took a pair of 4 lb shop hammers. One lick and it fell out! He held one hammer on the back, hit the front with the other hammer. Suckers would jump out of there. I have gotten a few like that with a pair of hammers. But the $20. Pickle Fork I bought 25 years ago. priceless for sure. That or get you a chisel point for the air chisel. It will work way better then the cutting end. Also I grab every rod on the front end. Every time I get under anything. Got put out of service around San Frisco . That was in 1995, Told the old man that joint was good. He laughed and told me did not matter. Until it was changed out, I was not leaving the lot. 12 hours later and around $1000. for part and service all. We got back on the road. I took that part back with me. And it was out on a truck the next week. LOL
Good info on that steering linkage, but get some PBR and let it set for awhile and fittings will break loose without so much hammering, I know a BFH will loosen or remove anything but follow up on that attachment later use some dye to see if you have feather size fractures or cracks., Mine rolls but it does not have the play but since there is a recall I may as well get it done for free. Again good info on the linkage, its all about safety.
Seem it happen, lucky the guy was parking at the truck stop and was able to get it in the shop. Ball joint popped off loose, CERO steering. Deadly for sure. His lucky day. 2015 volvo vnl.
Just stumbled on this video looking for any solutions. Brand new 2020 volvo vhd tractor, worst steering truck is ever driven in my life! Dealership re aligned it, rears front toe caster everything was out, after alignment it was an improvement but still darts all over the road. Seriously so miserable I hope this truck burst into flames! Not sure if anyone has a solution but just thought I'd vent on how much I hate this truck!
I have driven 3 2021 and the steering colum moves more than 10 degrees. And all three Tractors had soft steering especially in the curves. Im new out of school and learning. But so far Compared to Peterbilt and kenworths I feel they are not a well built truck.
Hello sir. My dad got a second hand truck from 2018. If he’s going straight he has to steer more times then the old Volvo truck? Could this be the reason that the steeringknuckle have a loose end? Thanks by the way for your video. Greetings from the Netherlands
Hey chase when u grab the stering shaft an turn it how far should them stering tires turn. Mines turning over half way by hand. Should i be able to turn it that for just trying to see if its a safety issue or its normal. Thanks chase for videaus an taking time to make them. Get at u later be safe bro
crazy not to have grease fitings, reason not to buy volvo, if this is recalled you could have got the toe adjusted free, because even though this is a new part, the toe will be off by installing a new part, because the toe adjustment is such a fine adjustment.
I own a 05 Volvo vnl and can say with certainty it has a Grease fitting on both ends and the one he had has been dry and getting worn out for a while. The Toe will not be off as it is not related to the drag link that he is changing. The drag link he is changing connects to the top of drivers spindle and the tie rod connects to lower back of spindle lift to right
Awesome work Chase and thank you for making a video about changing a drag link. Can you share to us where you bought that drag link with the grease fitting? That’s how Volvo should have fitted that in the first place.
Thank you for making this kind of videos it helps all us truckers to be safe on the road!
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Buddy I wish I was there to help you get that draglink out and replace it, so that wouldn't be another worry on your mind while your supplying all of us here these very important vídeos. Take care and God bless
Wow. I would've never thought to check that out. When I get off my reset and get back to the truck I'm checking mine out. Appreciate the heads up!
yep easy to overlook.
Had three different alignments from two shops when my tuck was pulling one direction. Being a relatively new driver, I did not think to check the drag linkage. It was just as bad as this one and was at the point where it could have come apart. Our shop mechanic caught while greasing it.
Another great job... I have to get mines done too thanks for the info
Great video chase greetings from the United States Virgin islands St Thomas in the carribbean Us territory I am new to your channel and is learning a lot I am a journeyman heavy equipment mechanic my dad taught me most of what I know so far about equipment repair I am going for my CDL soon by God grace thanks for the great content God bless and be safe out there
For anyone here after the video, that loud clunk you hear in your VNL, its this not the bushings or cab mounts.
Thank you guy good video I’ll keep an eye on this issue god bless.
Nice job Chase I just did mine yesterday and was having problems taking them out so i put some break fluid on them , a minute later they were off .
@Evermore brake fluid and transmission fluid make for a kickass nut breaker. Brake fluid is very corrosive, will kill any rust and corrosion, etc.
Very good job. It was super helpful.
U got airbag on ur steer, love it
another good one, Chase! Keep them coming! lol PB Blaster, maybe? Should tighten up the steering some too.
damn youve put alot of work into your truck with all videos ive seen
That is very dangerous. Good video thanks
Yes they were recalled. They replaced them on my volvo
Awesome job body, now I have to replace mine 👍👍
Its was recall on 2007 too ??
Very good, thank you
I slip-seat Volvo daycabs daily....that's one of the main things I check at pre-trip....though it would be hard to see the other side simultaneously.
That's also a major DOT violation! If you make it that far!
Good looking out! 😎👍
Hey Chase, nice video...ty! What kind of damage can be caused by broken leaf springs?
Thank you I need to change mine before even get in my truck after watching this vedio it's safety issue
Perfect job 👍😉😀
A proper pre-trip calls for grabbing that drag link and checking for looseness. I find working the steering shaft like you did, is easier. You're right there when checking the oil. You should also look at the tie rod ends.
I found the pitman arm bolt/nut at the splines loose that way one time.
Good advice and info, for everyone, and every truck.
I see WAY too many "drivers" just jump in and go.
The things that can save your life! I definitely appreciate it!
Chase I had an old man 35 years ago. Laugh at me, I was hitting it like you were. Got a BFH and was wearing it out. That old man took a pair of 4 lb shop hammers. One lick and it fell out! He held one hammer on the back, hit the front with the other hammer. Suckers would jump out of there.
I have gotten a few like that with a pair of hammers. But the $20. Pickle Fork I bought 25 years ago. priceless for sure. That or get you a chisel point for the air chisel. It will work way better then the cutting end.
Also I grab every rod on the front end. Every time I get under anything. Got put out of service around San Frisco . That was in 1995, Told the old man that joint was good. He laughed and told me did not matter. Until it was changed out, I was not leaving the lot. 12 hours later and around $1000. for part and service all. We got back on the road. I took that part back with me. And it was out on a truck the next week. LOL
yeah the cutting end is the only one i haven't lost lol I need to get a better air chisel and bits also I just don't use the thing that much
Great share!
Thanks buddy
Good info on that steering linkage, but get some PBR and let it set for awhile and fittings will break loose without so much hammering, I know a BFH will loosen or remove anything but follow up on that attachment later use some dye to see if you have feather size fractures or cracks., Mine rolls but it does not have the play but since there is a recall I may as well get it done for free. Again good info on the linkage, its all about safety.
What BFH stand for?
PBR stand for?
Gratefull I had fall off on freightliner n international
what would be the smptoms while driving. its hard for me to stay in my lane. especially if im passing
Recall Volvo will replace for free parts and labor ?
I had one of those break and ended up hitting the Gaurd rail.
Seem it happen, lucky the guy was parking at the truck stop and was able to get it in the shop. Ball joint popped off loose, CERO steering. Deadly for sure. His lucky day. 2015 volvo vnl.
Yikes 😬
Great
Good video bro. What's the name of that part and is it one on the passenger side as well?
Just stumbled on this video looking for any solutions. Brand new 2020 volvo vhd tractor, worst steering truck is ever driven in my life! Dealership re aligned it, rears front toe caster everything was out, after alignment it was an improvement but still darts all over the road. Seriously so miserable I hope this truck burst into flames! Not sure if anyone has a solution but just thought I'd vent on how much I hate this truck!
Did your tongue the nuts. This is very important!!!!!
Torque
where did you order from
great video very helpful 👌🏽
I have driven 3 2021 and the steering colum moves more than 10 degrees. And all three Tractors had soft steering especially in the curves. Im new out of school and learning. But so far Compared to Peterbilt and kenworths I feel they are not a well built truck.
Hello sir. My dad got a second hand truck from 2018. If he’s going straight he has to steer more times then the old Volvo truck? Could this be the reason that the steeringknuckle have a loose end? Thanks by the way for your video. Greetings from the Netherlands
Possible, I would have it checked out to see if there's any issues.
A Volvo truck near my work got a streeing vibration
Hey chase when u grab the stering shaft an turn it how far should them stering tires turn. Mines turning over half way by hand. Should i be able to turn it that for just trying to see if its a safety issue or its normal. Thanks chase for videaus an taking time to make them. Get at u later be safe bro
If the truck is running you will be able to turn it some by hand. If the truck is off you won't. Hope that helps.
Found the same thing wrong with my truck today 2019 freightliner cascadia
What size socket did you use to remove the nut?
1 5/16"
@@wcmboss thank you
That's been going bad for some time.
Man, you should use hammer with steel handle for this kind job.
Brother I ran across your video 10 hours to late.
yikes 😬
What year was that Volvo?
Great info glad I watched this video and sub.
it was a 2004
Put the nut on the end and smack it with a sledge there you go.
crazy not to have grease fitings, reason not to buy volvo, if this is recalled you could have got the toe adjusted free, because even though this is a new part, the toe will be off by installing a new part, because the toe adjustment is such a fine adjustment.
I own a 05 Volvo vnl and can say with certainty it has a Grease fitting on both ends and the one he had has been dry and getting worn out for a while. The Toe will not be off as it is not related to the drag link that he is changing. The drag link he is changing connects to the top of drivers spindle and the tie rod connects to lower back of spindle lift to right
chase i dont think it was that worn out just checked two of mine and they had that much slack but thanks for your video
Now that you can grease it, it should last longer than the original.
should outlast the truck lol
Wow that was wore out . You got a good workout chase . LOL
yep, needed one of those pickle fork for air chisel tools lol
chase5726 Chase I have one and it sucks with a cheapo air hammer so I bought a good IR and my arms think it's great.HAHA.
Awesome work Chase and thank you for making a video about changing a drag link. Can you share to us where you bought that drag link with the grease fitting? That’s how Volvo should have fitted that in the first place.
came straight from volvo, guess they realized it was a problem
Ask urself why : because it s a Volvo , thats designed for u yo spend more money than expected
You only did ONE side.....dont you gave to do BOTH to be balanced??
Haha, good one!
This is not unique to Volvo trucks.
They have alot of poor designs.