Steering column reassembly problems
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Racer
Joined: Apr 2007
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From: Porters Lake Nova Scotia
Steering column reassembly problems
i have a 70 vette, T/T and when rebuilding the upper part of the steering column i noticed that the telescopic lever sticks out about 3/4 inch from the steering wheel. It doesnt look right and it wasnt like that before so im beginning to get frustrated. I dont know whats causing it? Any help?
Le Mans Master
Joined: Jul 2000
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From: Saginaw Michigan
Are you talking about the circular telescope locking lever #7 with the finger tab that you need to rotate CCW to unlock your telescoping column? This steering wheel and horn parts scan may assist in describing your problem.
The telescope locking lever is trapped between the steering wheel spokes and the upper horn contact #3. So it really can't be off by 3/4 inch. Its position is controlled by the height of the "star" screw #6.
Use the above scan to assist us in solving your problem.
Jim
The telescope locking lever is trapped between the steering wheel spokes and the upper horn contact #3. So it really can't be off by 3/4 inch. Its position is controlled by the height of the "star" screw #6.
Use the above scan to assist us in solving your problem.
Jim
Team Owner
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From: Orange Park Florida
ehh...that woodruff looking sorta key thing at bottom of the 1/4 inch shaft is outta place....me thinks that happened to me once....so even though it seems to lock, it's not really, but the screw/shaft is way the hell up in the air.....been a while....check it first place to look....
