MosportGreen66

Need to pull the steering box on the 66 L72 to detail it again. I think I know how to do it, but before I screw something up I'd like some reassurance. Can someone please post detailed instructions on how to remove and reinstall the steering box and any problems that usually occur when you remove it? Also with it out, is it recommended to change anything or inspect anything?

Thanks in advance,

-Dave

VinceP

How much play do you have?I just replaced my box it was very loose and had been adjusted before. On my car the box has 3 bolts that hold it to the frame.Leave the pittmen arm on when taking off.The coupler was the part I was confussed about at frist I thought the box was held on with studs so I split the coupler getting the steering back to the right postion I had to pull the steering column back to get into the 12 o'clock postion. You do have manual steering??? If you need to get the box rebuilt it will cost .I called a place and they gave a est of $300-$700. If the gears are shot $700.I end getting a rebuilt from Duntov Motors for $250.Good Luck....Vince

MosportGreen66

I have manual steering. The box does not need to be rebuilt. Just a cosmetic detail.

Thanks,

Dave

Astrodokk

Remove the three carriage bolts from the frame. Loosen one of the bolts on the column (I did the one closest to the box) and slide the column out a little to be able to swing the box away from the frame. Before you slide the column, mark it so that it goes back on the spline in the same spot. Mark it well, since your mark may get erased like mine almost did. You may also remove the box/pitman from the steering rod if working on a bench. I didn't since my engine was out.

MosportGreen66

Thanks!