Re: Steering column reassembly, web packing at top of column

Posted by Marco on April 05, 1998 at 12:10:10

In Reply to: Re: Steering column reassembly, web packing at top of column
posted by Jack Richard on April 05, 1998 at 11:51:56

In addition to what Jack said, the '28 upper bushing is steel with the insert described. You are much better off using the original liner (if good) as the repro is just cloth webbing and will bind on the steering shaft.
The shims are .005" and .009". Prefit using correct number and combination as required, then disassemble to add minimal amount of sealer.
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: Lee-
: The upper column bushing had a metal insert which held the webbing in place.It was a steel shell which was pressed into the bushing part and had lips on both sides which kept the webbing from slipping up or down - maybe you're missing this part.The later style bushings were pot metal and had a groove in the hole which the webbing fit into to hold it in place.
: You should definetly use the original type brass shims on the lower end of the box.You must select the proper thickness so the worm bearings don't have any up and down play but still can turn freely.Don't use paper as it will compress - just put a thin coat of RTV sealer one each side of each shim befor final assembly and it will never leak.
: Good luck

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