Steering column problem, somethings loose.
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From: Webster Ky.
Steering column problem, somethings loose.
My 81 has something in the steering column that is loose from what I assume is people using the steering wheel to assist them in getting out of the car. The wheel does have a little play in it if you lift up on it or when turned quickly (while parked) you can hear what seems to play in the steering column. Any ideas?
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From: Russell Ontario
St. Jude Donor '09
If it's a tilt telescopic , there are two screws deep in the colum that need to be tightened , I did a few and I used locktight on them and mine never came loose again.
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I was having too much Free travel in my steering. The wheel could go damn near two inches left to right with out effecting the tires. I adjusted the bearing preload and added some grease to my gear box and now she is mucho te solid.
The bolt on the top of gearbox with the flat head cut into it is the preload adjustment
The bolt on the top of gearbox with the flat head cut into it is the preload adjustment
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From: Russell Ontario
St. Jude Donor '09
Jesse's pic is good but it does not show the 2 screws, let me see if I can fine a more defined pic, Ron
PM me with an e-mail and I'll send you a better pic
PM me with an e-mail and I'll send you a better pic
Last edited by RonR80; May 1, 2012 at 03:28 PM. Reason: picture
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RonAll threads are worthless with out pics
An you guys can always feel free to tell me that in my own threads if you like
lolI like having a visual to go along with the mechanics in my own head
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From: Russell Ontario
St. Jude Donor '09
I agree I did send the PM a pic but can't put it on here or get it to photobucket , maybe donjack can post the pic I sent him. I'm just trying to remember which 2 srcews I tightened. I'm getting old 
