Tilt column bearing replacement
Thread Starter
|
Laughing Gas
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 872
Likes: 36
From: Ohio
Tilt column bearing replacement
Does anyone have a good how to video on replacing bearings in the tilt column? I've noticed that the steering wheel can be moved side to side or up and down. A little research tells me the bearing have gone to pot. I found one video on YouTube, not this exact year, but it may be close enough. The guy took out the whole assembly and replaced the bottom bearing as well. I'm not sure that is needed, it would be a lot less trouble to just replace the upper one. He had done it before, and it didn't go all that smoothly for him, plus I'm having trouble finding the right parts to order on parts.ford,com. Going to the dealer might become neccesary just to get the right info.
Lead Driver
Joined: Nov 2020
Posts: 7,128
Likes: 1,945
From: Sportsman's Paradise
Does anyone have a good how to video on replacing bearings in the tilt column? I've noticed that the steering wheel can be moved side to side or up and down. A little research tells me the bearing have gone to pot. I found one video on YouTube, not this exact year, but it may be close enough. The guy took out the whole assembly and replaced the bottom bearing as well. I'm not sure that is needed, it would be a lot less trouble to just replace the upper one. He had done it before, and it didn't go all that smoothly for him, plus I'm having trouble finding the right parts to order on parts.ford,com. Going to the dealer might become neccesary just to get the right info.
Thread Starter
|
Laughing Gas
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 872
Likes: 36
From: Ohio
Well, I am posting in the 2009-2014 F150 forum, they are likely all the same. It’s a 2010 Scab XLT 4X4.
Lead Driver
Joined: Nov 2020
Posts: 7,128
Likes: 1,945
From: Sportsman's Paradise
Thread Starter
|
Laughing Gas
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 872
Likes: 36
From: Ohio
Of course there are difference between model years under the skin, but I was thinking in this instance they have to basically the same for someone to offer some helpful advice. Please excuse my oversight by not posting the make and model. My truck used to be listed in my signature, but maybe it’s not there anymore. Thank you for asking for details
Super Moderator
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 40,024
Likes: 1,519
From: Maine, Virginia
Of course there are difference between model years under the skin, but I was thinking in this instance they have to basically the same for someone to offer some helpful advice. Please excuse my oversight by not posting the make and model. My truck used to be listed in my signature, but maybe it’s not there anymore. Thank you for asking for details
Thread Starter
|
Laughing Gas
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 872
Likes: 36
From: Ohio
Now that I have posted that information, no one has answered my question. I understand that happens sometimes, maybe there is no helpful info out there. I’ll figure it out.
Trending Topics
More Turbo
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 593
Likes: 15
From: Wichita, KS
Just take it out and fix it. Or wait around until somebody hopefully gives you the info you want. Both cost me the same. 🤷♂️
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer
Joe Kucinski
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)
Brett Foote
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies
Joe Kucinski
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make
Brett Foote
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!
Michael S. Palmer
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home
Verdad Gallardo
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
Thread Starter
|
Laughing Gas
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 872
Likes: 36
From: Ohio
Lol, well maybe, or I could break something unintentionally. It would also be helpful to have parts on hand to avoid having the truck sidelined for days.
Lead Driver
Joined: Nov 2020
Posts: 7,128
Likes: 1,945
From: Sportsman's Paradise
The trim level is important to know if it's a manual column or a power column. Plus, the truck world seems to be notorious for making them all look alike on the outside but making updates and changes as each new MY comes out. Details are important especially if you're looking for help from a tech.
Thread Starter
|
Laughing Gas
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 872
Likes: 36
From: Ohio
So you say, however I did apologize for not thinking my question through enough. Additionally, I previously stated that I had expected my vehicle info to be in my signature.
Lead Driver
Joined: Nov 2020
Posts: 7,128
Likes: 1,945
From: Sportsman's Paradise
Let me explain why that's a problem.
A lot of people access this site via mobile. Those people can't see signatures at all and we've had people come in here many times start feeding out info without actually stating what they were working on (sound familiar?) forcing everyone to assume they meant the vehicle in their signature only to find out they were talking about their other vehicle they assumed was the same just because it's a ford body on frame of the same year (Expedition in that case). All of our time posting various methods of diagnosing the problem was wasted due to this person assuming something was the same. Therefore I will NEVER assume anything.
Here's an eye opener for you, you drive a rolling multiplexed network of computers, it only looks like a truck. What you could have received for free in here is now going to cost you because of an attitude you came in with.
Try to remember when you're looking for information, ... don't disrespect the people that have that information.
Thread Starter
|
Laughing Gas
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 872
Likes: 36
From: Ohio
@RLXXI I think I’ve been on this forum for around 25 or more years and have had nothing but positive experiences and helpful advice. But you have assumed I am a jerk and have taken it upon yourself to use this thread to chastise me. Are you trying to be helpful here or what exactly is your point? I feel like this has gotten too personal, so I’m done listening to your helpful advice.
Lead Driver
Joined: Nov 2020
Posts: 7,128
Likes: 1,945
From: Sportsman's Paradise
@RLXXI I think I’ve been on this forum for around 25 or more years and have had nothing but positive experiences and helpful advice. But you have assumed I am a jerk and have taken it upon yourself to use this thread to chastise me. Are you trying to be helpful here or what exactly is your point? I feel like this has gotten too personal, so I’m done listening to your helpful advice.
Those that at least give back a little respect by answering a simple question like "what are you working on" That's all you had to do. Instead you decide to buck and fight over it thus you get what you give.
Good luck with your truck and have a nice life you'll not waste any more of my time.