steering coupler disk question
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Dec 2010
Posts: 16
Likes: 0
steering coupler disk question
It disconnected and this metal piece is all bent up and I'm not sure how to take the rubber disk off, and put it back together. I can send picture to someones email I can post them from my phone. The truck is a 1980 f150 302
Moderator
Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 56,949
Likes: 2,718
From: Virginia
Here's a picture.
AutoZone.com Repair Guide Image
Autozone sells the disc under part number 31002 or 31000
AutoZone.com Repair Guide Image
Autozone sells the disc under part number 31002 or 31000
Ford Parts Specialist
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 88,826
Likes: 783
From: Simi Valley, CA
1980 F100/350 & Bronco with P/S / 1981 F100/350 & Bronco with P/S before 2/1981.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
E0TZ-3A525-B .. Coupling-Steering Gear Input Shaft to Steering Column Shaft.
1980 F100/350 with M/S / 1981 F100/350 with M/S before 2/81.
Not available after 2/81, only furnished with the 3B676 Lower Steering Shaft and Coupler Assy.
pedant
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 23,576
Likes: 38
From: EXTREME southwest CT
Bill,
I was not aware of the Ford nomenclature for this flex coupling, but if you were to walk into the auto parts store and say that you need to replace the "rag joint" at least they would know what you were talking about.
I was not aware of the Ford nomenclature for this flex coupling, but if you were to walk into the auto parts store and say that you need to replace the "rag joint" at least they would know what you were talking about.
Moderator
Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 56,949
Likes: 2,718
From: Virginia
I seem to recall some guys on here using this HELP! part, and they may have had to drill the holes out a little bigger to make it work.
pedant
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 23,576
Likes: 38
From: EXTREME southwest CT
I have used the Dorman (HELP!) product and had to use some low headed bolts and Nyloc jamb (shallow) nuts instead of the rivets to install it IIRC.
Trending Topics
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Dec 2010
Posts: 16
Likes: 0
I asked for rag joint and they didn't know what it was. But any way I'm looking for a way to fix it please. Still haven't figure out the broken metal piece.
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!
Joe Kucinski
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?
Brett Foote
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!
Michael S. Palmer
10 Most Surprising 2026 Ford Truck Features!
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 Ford Trucks Coming to Mecum Indy 2026
Brett Foote
5 Best / 5 Worst Ford Truck Wheels of All Time
Joe Kucinski
Ford Super Duty: 5 Things Owners LOVE, 5 Things They LOATHE!
Joe Kucinski
Every 2026 Ford Truck Engine RANKED from WORST to FIRST!
Michael S. Palmer
The Best F-150 Deal of Every Trim Level (XL through Raptor)
Joe Kucinski
Ford Parts Specialist
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 88,826
Likes: 783
From: Simi Valley, CA
E0TZ-3A525-A .. Coupling-Steering Gear Input Shaft to Steering Column Shaft / Obsolete
Applications: 1980 F100/350 & Bronco with P/S / 1981 F100/350 & Bronco with P/S before 2/1981.
LAST MSRP: $77.17 / Dealer net cost: $46.30.
BAYER FORD in Comanche TX has ONE = 325-356-2777.
MARTIN FORD SALES in Union Grove WI has ONE = 262-878-1241.
GREEN SALES CO. in Cincinnati OH has ONE = 800-543-4959.
AUTOS VEGA in San Juan Puerto Rico has ONE = 787-782-4030.
No other FoMoCo Dealer, or obsolete parts vendor has any.
------------------------------------------------------------------
E0TZ-3A525-B .. Coupling-Steering Gear Input Shaft to Steering Column Shaft / Obsolete
Applications: 1980 F100/350 with M/S / 1981 F100/350 with M/S before 2/81.
Last MSRP: $62.35 // Dealer net cost: $37.41.
PIONEER FORD in Groton SD has ONE = 605-397-2311.
GREEN SALES CO. has ONE.
MANDERBACH FORD in Temple PA has ONE = 810-929-3683.
HIGH BUCK!! BOB ALLEN FORD in Overland Park KS has ONE = 800-676-0675.
BAYER FORD has TWO.
Applications: 1980 F100/350 & Bronco with P/S / 1981 F100/350 & Bronco with P/S before 2/1981.
LAST MSRP: $77.17 / Dealer net cost: $46.30.
BAYER FORD in Comanche TX has ONE = 325-356-2777.
MARTIN FORD SALES in Union Grove WI has ONE = 262-878-1241.
GREEN SALES CO. in Cincinnati OH has ONE = 800-543-4959.
AUTOS VEGA in San Juan Puerto Rico has ONE = 787-782-4030.
No other FoMoCo Dealer, or obsolete parts vendor has any.
------------------------------------------------------------------
E0TZ-3A525-B .. Coupling-Steering Gear Input Shaft to Steering Column Shaft / Obsolete
Applications: 1980 F100/350 with M/S / 1981 F100/350 with M/S before 2/81.
Last MSRP: $62.35 // Dealer net cost: $37.41.
PIONEER FORD in Groton SD has ONE = 605-397-2311.
GREEN SALES CO. has ONE.
MANDERBACH FORD in Temple PA has ONE = 810-929-3683.
HIGH BUCK!! BOB ALLEN FORD in Overland Park KS has ONE = 800-676-0675.
BAYER FORD has TWO.
pedant
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 23,576
Likes: 38
From: EXTREME southwest CT
Can you post a picture of what's broken?
Cargo Master
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 2,295
Likes: 25
From: NJ
The rag joint I got to replace mine was a different size although listed for the application. I probably could have modified the shaft to make it work, but I opted to go with a solid steering shaft with a ujoint. Tighter steering and more road feel... Better than a rag joint. I might have ordered it from LMC, I forget.
Moderator
Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 56,949
Likes: 2,718
From: Virginia
The rag joint I got to replace mine was a different size although listed for the application. I probably could have modified the shaft to make it work, but I opted to go with a solid steering shaft with a ujoint. Tighter steering and more road feel... Better than a rag joint. I might have ordered it from LMC, I forget.
I believe Borgeson does make a u-joint with rubber made into it for the same reason.
Cargo Master
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 2,295
Likes: 25
From: NJ
Do you get more noise coming from the steering wheel? That's the main reason the disc is in there, to eliminate the hydraulic hissing noise from the power steering box and system coming up through the column.
I believe Borgeson does make a u-joint with rubber made into it for the same reason.
I believe Borgeson does make a u-joint with rubber made into it for the same reason.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
ddepumpo
1973 - 1979 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
11
Apr 9, 2018 03:25 PM
OldgreenF1
1948 - 1956 F1, F100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
10
Jan 10, 2017 08:07 PM
CharlaineC
1967 - 1972 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
18
Oct 22, 2014 05:27 PM
brett_d
1980 - 1986 Bullnose F100, F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
1
Feb 27, 2008 06:16 AM
