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tilt column swap
one of my parts trucks has a tilt steering column and i would like to put it in my truck. is this a problem or a fairly simple swap. ive never taken one out and i don't want to mess up my truck or the other steering column.
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I just did mine on saturday.It was very easy to do.Just take your time and double check the wire harness cause 3 wires were a different color than was on my 77. So I had to hunt them done(Down) one by one to see where they connected.Also,the nuetral safety switch has no place to mount on the newer column. I put mine on the column with a clamp to get it to start. If you do this put a vacuum cap (rubber type) over the metal so you don't hurt your finger everytime you start the truck good luck. LEO 77F250 AKA Cricket Racing
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The transmission shift lever from the end of the column to the transmission is sometimes quite difficult to disconnect.
I usually disconnect it at the tranny(it's easier).
Un-bolt the steering to rag joint first.
Disconnect the column wiring.
Next remove 3 of the 4 bolts on the firewall > then slowly undo the 2 nuts from under the dash until there is one turn left to remove > Remove the 4th bolt from the firewall > then while holding the column up remove the 2 nuts from under the dash and the column is ready to be pulled into the cab.
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I usually disconnect it at the tranny(it's easier).
Un-bolt the steering to rag joint first.
Disconnect the column wiring.
Next remove 3 of the 4 bolts on the firewall > then slowly undo the 2 nuts from under the dash until there is one turn left to remove > Remove the 4th bolt from the firewall > then while holding the column up remove the 2 nuts from under the dash and the column is ready to be pulled into the cab.
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I've got a question on the same subject, so please excuse my not starting a new post.
I have to remove a tilt column as well - and I understand that part - but I would like to separate the steering wheel from the column - is it better to do this before or after? And what pointers can you fellows provide?
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I have to remove a tilt column as well - and I understand that part - but I would like to separate the steering wheel from the column - is it better to do this before or after? And what pointers can you fellows provide?
Thanks!
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Just buy a $9.00 steering wheel puller.
Two screws off pops the center section of the wheel >
then the puller to remove the wheel.
I suggest removing the signal light lever as well, first.
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Two screws off pops the center section of the wheel >
then the puller to remove the wheel.
I suggest removing the signal light lever as well, first.
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[updated:LAST EDITED ON 15-Aug-02 AT 10:57 PM (EST)]It's easier to get the wheel off while it's still attached to the truck. Some times you have to get a little insistent on the old puller like "tapping" on the puller head bolt while it's tightened up.
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[updated:LAST EDITED ON 28-Aug-02 AT 00:03 AM (EST)]I got the puller - $9.00 and it worked slick as could be - the steering wheel just 'popped' right off!
PROBLEM
- any suggestions for dealing with a stubborn rag joint?
Did I mention I am using 'Blue' (the parts truck) as hands on training?
Keep it Rubber Side Down!
PROBLEM
- any suggestions for dealing with a stubborn rag joint?Did I mention I am using 'Blue' (the parts truck) as hands on training?
Keep it Rubber Side Down!
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What's wrong with the rag joint now?
The NUT?
It's a 12 point nut and you need a 12 point socket to remove it.
isn't this fun.
If you do,wait until you want cruise control.
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The NUT?
It's a 12 point nut and you need a 12 point socket to remove it.
isn't this fun.
If you do,wait until you want cruise control.
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