Steering Part Question??
Thread Starter
|
Freshman User
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 45
Likes: 0
From: Wichita, Kansas
Steering Part Question??
Long time reader, first time poster! 
I'm needing to replace a part on my steering column but am unsure what it's called. The part in question is at the bottom of the steering shaft and connects via the rag joint to the steering coupler and gear box. Any idea what it is called? Can it be replaced without finding an entire steering column? If so, does anyone know where I can find one?
Many thanks!
Michael
I'm needing to replace a part on my steering column but am unsure what it's called. The part in question is at the bottom of the steering shaft and connects via the rag joint to the steering coupler and gear box. Any idea what it is called? Can it be replaced without finding an entire steering column? If so, does anyone know where I can find one?
Many thanks!
Michael
Fleet Owner
Joined: Jun 1999
Posts: 24,552
Likes: 74
From: Creedmoor, North Carolina
Hi Michael, Please be officially Welcomed to the 61-66 FTE forum. 
The rag joint connects the steering shaft (the wheel on the other end) to the gear box. This rag joint is a metal/tire like material/metal part.
Are you thinking there is more to it than that??
John
The rag joint connects the steering shaft (the wheel on the other end) to the gear box. This rag joint is a metal/tire like material/metal part.
Are you thinking there is more to it than that??
John
Thread Starter
|
Freshman User
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 45
Likes: 0
From: Wichita, Kansas
jowilker,
The part I'm looking for is at the end of the steering shaft just forward of the rag joint, the flange part that connects to the rag joint and steering coupler. The person who owned the truck before let the cab mounts rust away which bound the steering and trashed the flange.
The part I'm looking for is at the end of the steering shaft just forward of the rag joint, the flange part that connects to the rag joint and steering coupler. The person who owned the truck before let the cab mounts rust away which bound the steering and trashed the flange.
Logistics Pro
Joined: Feb 2000
Posts: 3,565
Likes: 9
From: Sun River St. George
Sounds like you need a new rag joint? There is a bearing in the bottom of the column on some of the older trucks and others just use a plastic collar stuck in the bottom of the column. If you need a new bearing you can use one from the top of a junk yard column. Plastic collars can be replaced with a nice Oak collar. Rotten cab supports will cause damage to the lower steering column bearing and or collar. I use the newer plastic rag joint D5Tz-3A525-A, available from your local Ford Dealer.
Thread Starter
|
Freshman User
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 45
Likes: 0
From: Wichita, Kansas
I ordered a new couple from LMCTruck hoping it would have both pieces, but it only had the part that connects to the gear box. I'll take a picture when I get home and post it, hopefully it will make things clearer.
Thread Starter
|
Freshman User
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 45
Likes: 0
From: Wichita, Kansas
OK, below is a pic of what I'm needing.
http://usera.imagecave.com/honda_res...t/100_2309.JPG
Please post photos in your gallery that you can set up through the User CP above. Your huge photo overran the page and slows dialup users.
thanks
Moderator
http://usera.imagecave.com/honda_res...t/100_2309.JPG
Please post photos in your gallery that you can set up through the User CP above. Your huge photo overran the page and slows dialup users.
thanks
Moderator
Last edited by jowilker; Nov 8, 2006 at 06:23 PM.
Trending Topics
Logistics Pro
Joined: Feb 2000
Posts: 3,565
Likes: 9
From: Sun River St. George
That flange is part of the steering column. You will need to visit the bone yard. I have never seen that part as screwed up as yours! The junk yard will have one for sure just be certain that you have the correct length. Auto or standard makes no difference. The slots are a safety feature in the event of a total rag joint failure. You may be able to weld materiel on the flange where it is worn out and then reshape the slots with a grinder and file. Honestly I'd get that column out and on the bench for a complete overhaul. I would also switch to a Ford PS unit and appropriate PS pump.
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership
Brett Foote
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches
Pouria Savadkouei
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained
Brett Foote
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)
Michael S. Palmer
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath
Verdad Gallardo
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
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
treverd
1967 - 1972 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
6
Jan 9, 2017 09:23 PM
fish1940
1967 - 1972 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
6
Oct 12, 2016 06:43 AM
FellowFordFan
1961 - 1966 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
1
May 27, 2011 05:04 AM
66Ford my baby
1961 - 1966 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
11
Aug 17, 2002 09:34 PM