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2003-2018 Cummins Intermediate Shaft Bushings (DSB-3999-PAIR)

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EMF Rod Ends & Steering Components Part Number: DSB-3999-PAIR
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Description

Fits

 Year Make Model
2003-2018
Dodge Ram 1500/2500/3500/4500 Trucks & Some Jeep Models

EMF Intermediate Shaft Bushings are an incredibly simple way to tighten up the steering and improve steering wheel response on your 2003+ Dodge truck. These simply press into the shaft and significantly reduce the amount of play in the OE bushings.

Part Number: DSB-3999-PAIR

Features

  • Tightens Up Steering
  • Reduces Slop in OE Steering Shaft Bushings
  • Includes 1 Pair of Bushings
  • Easy Installation

Notes

  • Fifth gen 2019+ Ram trucks have a whining noise in the steering from new and installing these bushings will magnify the noise so only install them if the bushing is worn out!
  • Newly discovered info: Some newer Ram's now have a Rag Joint in them instead of the bushing. So we are limiting our years to 2018 to avoid the purchase of them when they won't work. If you have a newer Ram, check and see that the bushing is there before purchasing. 
  • Theese bushings should be installed only when the shaft is worn and wander is experienced. New intermediate shafts with no play may experience a resignated tone when collars are installed. Upon installing your new intermediate shaft bushings, some customers have experienced a variable "Tone" of road and/or truck noise. There are many factors that EMF has to take into consideration on each truck to determine where or what you may feel or hear. 
  • You are NOT eliminating the rubber bushings that dodge/ram have installed. You are simply controlling their movement for a more responsive feel. 

Installation

  • The EMF Spacers are pressed into the shaft on each side to eliminate the wobble caused by a worn-out bushing. Each bushing has a tapered end and a square end, push the tapered end in first (it will be very snug), however, we'd recommend adding some red thread locker to the bushings to ensure they stay in as long as possible.

Warranty

EMF Ball Joint Warranty

  • Life-Time Warranty against Material and Manufacturers Defects. EMF will replace part of or the entire unit if it is determined to be an issue that falls under this category.  The customer is encouraged to contact EMF directly to determine cause of fault and to receive warrantied products.
  • Warranty does not cover breakage due to misuse of the product, improper installation or as a result of another component failure on the vehicle.
  • EMF Ball Joints are meant to be rebuilt, which means the internal races and pin will wear over time under normal circumstances. The internal race and pin components are not covered by replacement Warranty, unless it is determined there is a manufacturer defect that caused premature wear.  In order to maximize your product life, regular maintenance which includes greasing at every oil change and tightening of the cap or ring as needed.

Videos

Note: 2003-2018 Dodge Ram 1500/2500/3500 and Jeep TJ/JK/JL Models (Check before assuming your vehicle has it, we can't guarantee they all do.  Some are under the hood and some are near the gas pedal inside the cab)

Questions and Answers

Previously asked questions

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  • Do I need to remove the shaft before pressing these bushings in?

    You don't have to but if you want to, you can. It takes approximately 1 hour to remove and 1 hour to re-install. However, you can install them using a hammer in about 5 minutes. Just tap them in 1/2 way on one side, 1/2 way on the other side and then finish one side at a time.  

  • Without removing the shaft, how can I tell that this is my issue?

    Go look under your dash with the truck not running. You will see the silver bushing housing. Use a flashlight and you will have to be on your back on the floor. Have someone turn the wheel left and right and if the pin inside the hole (as seen in the pictures above) hits the side of the housing - this is your issue. Another tell-tale sign is if you're correcting between 11 and 1 o'clock on the steering wheel - more-so at slower speeds. Bad rod ends on the drag link can cause this issue as well, but you would see those moving up and down.

  • Will this work with my specific year/model of Dodge?

    EMF does not have exactly every single year and model that this will work for, but it looks like most 1500/2500/3500 2003+ and some Jeep models will have this joint on the intermediate steering shaft.  Your best bet is to have a look and see if you have this bushing housing before purchasing and measure the hole. The hole is approximately 0.6" in diameter. 

  • how long to ship to Alberta

    2-3 business days.

  • Hi there. Will these bushings fit for my 2010 ram 1500 slt

    Yes. These will fit 2003+ Dodge Ram 1500/2500/3500 trucks and some Jeep Models.