How to Fix Sloppy Steering in Your RAM Truck — Regain Control & Confidence

Scott Carline • July 15, 2025

Big Tires & Lifts = Big Stress on Your Steering

Lifting your RAM and adding larger tires looks great and helps off-road — but it also puts a lot more strain on your truck’s steering system. Over time, stock steering parts can flex, wear out, and make your RAM feel sloppy and tiring to drive.

Common signs of stressed steering include:

  • Wandering or drifting on the highway
  • Constant corrections to keep it straight
  • Loose feeling in the wheel
  • Fatigue on long drives

At Axleboy Offroad, we help RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 owners fix vague, worn-out steering so they can drive with confidence again.

Why RAM Steering Gets Loose?


Here’s what happens behind the wheel:


 ✅ Bigger tires = more weight & leverage on tie rods and drag links

 ✅ Lifts can throw off steering angles if not adjusted properly

 ✅ Stock steering boxes can flex under load

 ✅ Worn bushings and stabilizers lose their ability to dampen road feedback


It adds up to steering that feels disconnected — and can even accelerate wear on other suspension parts.



How Axleboy Fixes RAM Truck Steering Issues


We don’t just throw a quick stabilizer on and call it good. We inspect your entire steering system and strengthen the weak spots the right way:


1️⃣ Install Steering Box Braces:
These braces reinforce the steering box mounting point, reducing flex and play in the wheel — especially important on lifted trucks with big tires.

2️⃣ Upgrade Tie Rods & Drag Links:
We swap out lightweight factory tie rods for heavy-duty, larger-diameter versions that handle oversized tires without bending.

3️⃣ Precision Alignment & Caster Correction:
After upgrades, we align everything to proper specs for highway stability. We also adjust caster angle so your RAM tracks straight without constant corrections.

4️⃣ Add or Upgrade Steering Stabilizers:

A high-quality stabilizer reduces shimmy, absorbs bumps, and keeps your RAM tracking straight, especially with larger tires and off-road suspension setups.

5️⃣ Replace Worn Ball Joints:
Ball joints are a common wear point in RAM trucks — especially on lifted setups or those running larger tires. If they’re loose or failing, they can cause steering clunk, uneven tire wear, and even contribute to death wobble. We replace them with heavy-duty, high-angle joints that are built to last.


A quality stabilizer (or dual stabilizers for really big tires) keeps your steering smooth, reduces kickback, and protects tie rods and ball joints from harsh impacts.


Why RAM Owners Choose Axleboy for Steering Work


✔️ We specialize in RAM steering upgrades — from daily drivers to serious off-road rigs.

✔️ We use proven parts from brands we trust — no cheap knockoffs that wear out fast.

✔️ Every fix is tailored to your truck’s tire size, lift height, and how you really drive.

✔️ Precision alignment included with every steering upgrade.


Drive with Confidence Again


Steering shouldn’t feel like a workout. Let’s dial in your RAM’s steering so you stay in control, mile after mile — on the highway or the trail.



Request a RAM Truck Steering Fixes Consultation at Axleboy Offroad >


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