How to drop '72 Steering column??
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How to drop '72 Steering column??
Sorry, but I've searched the threads...and found some really complicated information about sterring column removal...
I'm trying to remove my dash panel to get at the speedo/tach...
Everybody says it's easier if you drop the steering column (many threads) but I can't figure out how to do it? I do NOT have tilt/cruise.... is this an easy few step process. I downloaded some of the stuff I found but it doesn't look like mine.
Besides the flexible coupler and the bolts under the dash holding it up, are there other things in my way. Not trying to remove it, just trying to get enough room to get the speedo and tach out. Appreciate any help !!!
I'm trying to remove my dash panel to get at the speedo/tach...
Everybody says it's easier if you drop the steering column (many threads) but I can't figure out how to do it? I do NOT have tilt/cruise.... is this an easy few step process. I downloaded some of the stuff I found but it doesn't look like mine.
Besides the flexible coupler and the bolts under the dash holding it up, are there other things in my way. Not trying to remove it, just trying to get enough room to get the speedo and tach out. Appreciate any help !!!
Melting Slicks
Joined: Apr 2002
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From: Minnesota in the summer, Las Vegas in the winter
There is an article here on that very subject. The article says clearly that you should never let the column hang by its own weight. It puts stress on the bearings at the bottom. I have talked to three pros and they say as long as you support the column you can drop it a couple of inches. I haven't done mine yet but I will when I go to reinstall my dash pad... Just loosen the bolts holding it up midway and remove the bolts from the firewall plate. Have a helper support the column and put something under it. Believe it or not, I got my dash out without dropping the cloumn but there were some colorful words exchanged.
Let us know how you come out.
Let us know how you come out.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Apr 2002
Posts: 3,268
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From: Minnesota in the summer, Las Vegas in the winter
There should be a bracket about a foot down from the steering wheel. Since your dash is still intact they might be tough to see. Look under the dash and hopefully you will see them. Mine is already ripped apart so they are easy to identify.
