Skyjacker 7181 User Manual
Installation

1981-1982 Datsun Pick Up 4WD
Single Steering Stabilizer
Part # 7181
Part # Description Qty.
7900 WHITE STEERING DAMPER 1
83141 TIE ROD BRKT FOR 7180/7181 1
83142 MAIN BRACKET FOR 7181 1
516X1X134U 5/16 X 1 X 1 3/4 U-BOLT RD 2
516CTN 516-18 COARSE N/I LOCK NUT 4
516SAEW 5/16 SAE WASHER 4
Part # Description Qty.
STEM BUSH-SST STEM BUSHING-STEERING STAB. 4
142120 STAB WASH PKG 2
BTIE RED BOOT TIE 1
B10RS RED BOOT 1
HSS HYDRO SHOCK DECAL 1
Installation:
1. Park the vehicle on level ground & place the tires / wheels in a straight forward position. Set the emergency brake &
block the rear tires.
2. Remove the skid plate that is mounted between the cross member & the front bumper.
3. Remove the nuts behind cross member on the driver side of the vehicle. After removing the nuts, discard the washer
& place bracket (A) over the bolts. Install the OEM nuts & tighten securely.
4. Attach the body of the steering stabilizer to bracket (A) as shown in the picture, using the bushings & washers
provided.
5. Attach bracket (B) to the stabilizer as shown, using the bushings & washers provided. Extend the stabilizer shaft out
4” & place bracket (B) against the tie rod as shown. Attach using the u-bolts, washers, & nuts provided.
6. Turn the tires / wheels to full left. Remove bolt (C) & install from the rear of the cross member so the nut is in the
front.
7. Cycle the tires / wheels left to right & check all hardware for adequate clearance. Install the skid plate after all other
steps are completed (1982 & later models-it is necessary to reshape the skid plate before it can be installed).
8. Re-tighten all hardware after the first 100 miles & periodically there after.
I-7181 REV1 3-11
Shock Stud
Stem Bushings
Retaining Washer
Retaining Washer
Bracket
Retaining Nut
Bracket (B)
Bolt (C)
Bracket (A)
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