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Jun 19, 2006 | 12:14 PM

wartosh

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From: Goose Creek SC

steering column

Have a 77 T/T that needs to be overhauled, can this be done while in the car or is it better (ie) easier out of the car.

Jun 19, 2006 | 12:36 PM

S489

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From: AL

if you need to get to the bearings, it's easier to just remove the column from the car.

Jun 19, 2006 | 01:41 PM

sfallison

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From: Lewisville TX

I rebuilt mine leaving it in the car, but others have said it's easier out of the car.

Jun 19, 2006 | 06:26 PM

Duke94

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From: Ann Arbor Michigan

Much easier removing it. Not that hard to get out.

Jun 20, 2006 | 03:18 AM

Jim Shea

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You didn't mention what type of steering column problems you were having. I suggest that you go to www.corvettefaq.com and look under Jim Shea's Steering Papers. The first Tilt and Telescoping Disassembly and Repair Paper has several quick tests that you can perform. They might direct you as to what needs fixing. For the most part, I have found that if you need to go further than replacing the turn signal switch, it is easier to remove the column and then work on it.

Things like the lock cylinder, key warning buzzer, and horn parts can easily be replaced with the column in the car.

Hope this helps,
Jim