steering problem
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steering problem
I have a '69 half ton two wheel drive f100 with no power steering. Lately when I take sharp turns like into my driveway or a parking space, the steering column will make a popping noise and then sometimes it will become hard to turn the wheel. It is not excessively out of alignment and just had a grease job. What would you guys say is most likely the problem?
thanks for all the help
brad
thanks for all the help
brad
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steering problem
Mabey the bearings in the column itself are worn out and somehow binding up when you really give it a tug. Could be outside and the noise just tranfers up through the coulumn. Have a friend listen while you turn or vise versa. and just track it down by ear. there isn't to many parts to the steering on these trucks.
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As suggested, I would check cab mounts first.
You said it had a grease job, when was the last time the lube was checked in the steering box?
While there make sure the rag joint (looks like two metal U shaped pieces of metal on the steering shaft) are aligned. Sometimes if the splines wear, they get cocked when they slip.
You said it had a grease job, when was the last time the lube was checked in the steering box?
While there make sure the rag joint (looks like two metal U shaped pieces of metal on the steering shaft) are aligned. Sometimes if the splines wear, they get cocked when they slip.
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steering problem
im new so hi to all you true ford experts. i have a 70 F250 and what you have described is exactly what i had happen to mine. it was the rag joint (stripped). the real question is why or what makes the joints go bad. i want to convert to a ps system but dont want to lose my column. does any body have any thoughts on these two questions---thanks, indiana john
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