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Old Dec 20, 2011 | 04:34 PM
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Steering play

I have a 2wd 1990 F-250 7.3 idi. The steering had some play in it when I bought the truck two years ago but it wasnt unbearable. Now at about 35 mph the front tires start to shift left and right uncontrollably until i pull the wheel to the side to stop it. I replaced my drag link a few months ago and got the tires aligned. All the other connections are good and free of play. Im guessing there's play in my steering gearbox. I've heard there's a way to adjust it to get the play out of it, but I dont know how.

If the gearbox is shot I have a 2wd 1991 F-250 5.8 gasser. I think the steering gearbox in it may be interchangeable with my 1990. I was hoping someone might know if it was compatible.

Any input would be helpful. Thanks
 
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Old Dec 21, 2011 | 01:14 AM
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Yes the gearboxes are the same. Check the rag joint, and the shaft in the column.The nylon shims can wear out where the two halfs slide together.
 
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