| Re: [GMCnet] Steering Box Issue [message #127276] |
Tue, 24 May 2011 09:37  |
sgltrac
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Most early gm steering boxes have a play adjustment in them but I cannot speak for the gmc as haven't had that close of a look at mine yet. Typically there is a nut with a screw in the center of it. The nut locks the screw in place. Loosen the nut and turn the screw inward until you feel pressure and re check play, repeat. I do agree with the others who state you should be sure that the box is the source of the play. I don't see where you are located but up here in seattle there is a company called Redhead steering who sells reman gear boxes and have used them several times for truck gear boxes with twisted output shafts. The charge about $350 for a rebuilt box. Never had one come back.
Sully
Seattle wa,
77 royale
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From: Bob de Kruyff
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Subject: Re: [GMCnet] Steering Box Issue
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Rickmo wrote on Tue, 17 May 2011 18:41
> While my engine is being rebuilt, I am taking the opportunity to check out the loose spot in my steering. I checked all the ball joints, tie rod ends etc and they are all like new and tight. When I turn the wheel the shaft going into the steering box turns but the output shaft attached to what I am calling the pitman arm does not turn at all. It only turns when I turn the wheel beyond the loose spot which is about 2 inches either way. Can the box be adjusted or is it just shot?
These gears very rarely wear out although the seals may leak at times. When you check free ply, make sure the engine is running to get a true indication. I think you'll be surprised at the difference in readings between engine on or off. They can be adjusted but go by the book to do it right.
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Bob de Kruyff
78 Eleganza
Chandler, AZ
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Sully
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| Re: [GMCnet] Steering Box Issue [message #127279 is a reply to message #127276] |
Tue, 24 May 2011 10:09  |
Bob de Kruyff
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""Most early gm steering boxes have a play adjustment in them but I cannot speak for the gmc as haven't had that close of a look at mine yet. Typically there is a nut with a screw in the center of it. The nut locks the screw in place. Loosen the nut and turn the screw inward until you feel pressure and re check play, repeat. I do agree with the others who state you should be sure that the box is the source of the play. I don't see where you are located but up here in seattle there is a company called Redhead steering who sells reman gear boxes and have used them several times for truck gear boxes with twisted output shafts. The charge about $350 for a rebuilt box. Never had one come back.""
There are two adjustments on these gears, but unless you are very familiar with the process, I wouldn't do it yourself. There have been a lot of netters here that have damaged gears by misadjustment. I used to describe how to do it but refrain from that now.
Bob de Kruyff
78 Eleganza
Chandler, AZ
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