Overview
The Tuff Country 70500 is a 4 inch drop pitman arm for 4 to 6 inch lifts on the 1994–2000 Dodge Ram 1500 and the 1994–1999 Ram 2500 and 3500 with power steering.
Drop pitman arms restore proper steering geometry after a suspension lift, restore turning radius, eliminate bump steer and help preserve steering components. The 70500 is a front-position part made for a 4 to 6 inch lift.
The list covers the first-generation Ram trucks after the 1994 redesign, with the Ram 1500 stretching a year longer than the heavier trucks.
The Ram 1500 trims named are Base, LT, Laramie, ST and Sport, and the 2500 and 3500 are Base. Owners with a 4 to 6 inch lift on one of these trucks and a power steering box fit the profile the title describes.
Key features
- 4 inch amount of drop
- Titled for 4 to 6 inch lifts
- Front position
- For power steering
- Direct fit
- It restores steering geometry after a lift.
- Restores turning radius and eliminates bump steer, as Tuff Country states
Steering after a lift
A suspension lift changes the angle of the steering linkage. As the front rises, the pitman arm and drag link can move out of their original geometry, which can cause bump steer and a loose or wandering feel on the road. A drop pitman arm brings the linkage back toward a more level position.
Steering work is easier to plan when the rest of the front end is checked first. Inspect tie rod ends, ball joints, the drag link and the steering box for play. Power steering fluid and hoses should also be checked, since a steering change can stress them.
- Check tie rod ends for play
- Inspect the drag link and its bushings
- Verify the steering box mounting is tight
- Get an alignment after the arm is installed
Specifications
| Brand | Tuff Country |
|---|---|
| Part number | 70500 |
| UPC | 698815705007 |
| Product type | Drop pitman arm |
| Amount of drop | 4 inches |
| Lift guidance | 4 to 6 inch lift |
| Position | Front |
| Fit type | Direct fit |
| Steering type | Power steering |
Vehicle fitment
Years and trims for the three Dodge Ram models are below.
- 1994–2000 Dodge Ram 1500 (Base, LT, Laramie, ST, Sport)
- 1994–1999 Dodge Ram 2500 (Base)
- 1994–1999 Dodge Ram 3500 (Base)
The Ram 1500 is named through 2000 while the 2500 and 3500 end in 1999. The 2003–2008 trucks are covered by a different part number. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
The 70500 is a direct fit for front power steering. Have a qualified technician check the steering after installation, and check the year and trim against your truck before ordering.
What’s included
One pitman arm. Check the package contents against your installation before starting.
