Any idea on my suddenly light steering issue

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Jun 22, 2025 | 09:26 AM

Garnner Swartz

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Any idea on my suddenly light steering issue

Driving my 2008 2500 4X4 today and in the matter of a few miles, my steering went from normal to extremely light. At a red light, I can turn lock to lock with just my pinky at the inside of the steering wheel spoke. From full right lock, I can give the steering wheel a good shove and it will spin all the way to full left lock. It’s like it is extra assisted.There is nothing from a visual inspection to note and the power steering fluid is good. Truck has 133k miles, original power steering pump and it’s got about 20k miles on its second (warranted in 2022) redhead steering box (4 bolt). I have ALL the common front suspension and steering upgrades but it’s been in this setup for thousands of miles and this was a one mile to the next change so I assume it’s either the box or the pump. Any input would be appreciated before I drop $1k for a 6 bolt gear box.

Thanks! In a few weeks I’m taking a 1500 mile, week long road trip with the 5th wheel so I’m making this a priority.