Swapped out the factory rag joint for a solid shaft. Big difference.
Steering is way tighter now. No more slop or delay — truck actually responds when you turn the wheel.
What I Used
Jeep Cherokee 1984-1994 Steering Shaft
What It Fixes
Factory rag joint wears out and causes play.
This replaces it with a solid connection.
Fitment
Works for:
- 88–94 GMT400
95–98:
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Not direct fit
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Use proper shafts like:
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Cunningham Machine
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Borgeson
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Install
2 bolts. Swap it out. ~30 mins.
Notes
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Slightly more steering feedback (normal)
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Make sure bolts are tight + use threadlocker
Bottom Line
Cheap upgrade that actually works.
If your steering feels loose, this is worth doing.
After installing the steering shaft, you can tighten up any remaining play by adjusting the steering box. Full write-up here.