Steering Column Slop.
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Steering Column Slop.
Just received a 1974 F250 HB w/ manual steering. The end of the steering shaft that is in the engine compartment side has a white plastic sleeve hanging from it. I can take the shaft on that end and move it up and down.
Does the plastic sleeve hold it in place or is there something else that is causing the slop.
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Does the plastic sleeve hold it in place or is there something else that is causing the slop.
Thank you!
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Yes, I think its part number 3C773. It's not broken just hanging down.
If I slide it back up and it doesn't stay, do you think a hose clamp would be good to use to keep it from sliding down?
Is that the only part that is allowing the shaft to wiggle within the column?????
Also, thank you for taking the time to post up the exploded view!
If I slide it back up and it doesn't stay, do you think a hose clamp would be good to use to keep it from sliding down?
Is that the only part that is allowing the shaft to wiggle within the column?????
Also, thank you for taking the time to post up the exploded view!
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That white plastic piece should also have a bearing in it that goes around the steering column shaft. There should be tabs on the white collar that snap into the housing. They may be broke or weak.
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Yes that should work if the plastic side clips on the side are broke off. I think there is a bearing up in there too? Here are some more diagrams for you....
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...then-some.html
And I am only the copy and re-paste in one spot guy, I collect them from other FTE members.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...then-some.html
And I am only the copy and re-paste in one spot guy, I collect them from other FTE members.
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Tabs that hold it in are either worn or broke. Can be replaced and you may have to back off column to separate from shaft. I think bronco graveyard sells a metal replacement for it.
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What happened to the hose clamp idea? Remove the steering shaft (in the engine compartment) and then put a new one in.
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Yes were right, I was too much in a hurry to take it around the block for the first time. I think the center bushing is missing so I believe I'll end up buying a new one. It looks like an easy fix and cheap price on the part.
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I believe (JBG) Jeff's Bronco Graveyard has them?
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