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Jun 24, 2003 | 07:23 AM

fishin1976

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steering shaft replacement.

Are the steering shafts on 80-88 f150s interchangeable? If not, what are the differences?

I've got a 88 f150 4x4 and the steering shaft is worn at the slip joint on the shaft. No, its not the gearbox. I can move the steering wheel by grabing the top half of the shaft and can rotate the steering wheel about 2 inches. It makes my truck, act like the ball joints are going out, wandering, and not suited to my driving style.

I can get plenty of pre 86 steering shafts, but the junkyard in my area is fresh out of 87-up steering shafts.

anyone?

Jun 24, 2003 | 08:59 AM

eckart

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steering shaft replacement.

Check with Ford I wouldn't be suprised if you can get the inermediat shaft bushing. They're thin plastic and break up and fall out.

Jun 24, 2003 | 10:32 AM

steve83

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steering shaft replacement.

'80-91 fullsize intermediate shafts are interchangeable. I'm using a '90 on mine and it's MUCH better than the old one.

Jun 24, 2003 | 10:47 AM

fishin1976

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Thanks steve83, thats just what I needed to know. I did call the dealer about the shaft bushing, it is discontinued. I will just grab the '86 steering shaft from the junkyard tonight.

Thanks again.

Jun 24, 2003 | 10:56 AM

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I'd recommend you stay with '87-91 for the MUCH improved solid-rubber rag joint, and the better u-joint at the top. I've bought them for as little as $10, but $30 is a fair price for one in decent shape.