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3r!c84 · 01-13-2011, 09:50 PM

ive got alot of play in my steering wheel. it feels like more in the steering box then anything. checked tie rods. inner and outter. all fine. and pitman and iddler arm are fine. its just the box has alot of play.
how much is a new box?
is it hard to replace?
any other boxes that are a "upgrade"

thanks, Eric

Restrorob · 01-13-2011, 11:36 PM

Eric,

Check my post in this thread; http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=440370.....

Gregs71 · 01-13-2011, 11:45 PM

To give you an idea. I think I paid close to $500 for a new steering box installed by Big O tires. Not sure if make model matter but that was for a 1-ton 4x4 dually

Your41Plague12 · 01-14-2011, 02:36 PM

Check where the steering box is bolted to the frame. If your box leaks any fluid at all, the fluid could help the bolts loosen up over time. I just fixed this problem on mine, 1000% improvement.

3r!c84 · 01-14-2011, 03:38 PM

just replaced the high pressure line. no leaks now. but still very lose. ill try tighting that nut? see if it will help

Rons86 · 01-14-2011, 04:46 PM

If the bolts to the frame are not loose you can try tightening the gears by loosening the nut on top and tightening down the allen wrench bolt in the center. Usually this is a stop gap at best and the best thing is to replace the steering box.

pseudopimp · 01-14-2011, 05:25 PM

i got mine at autozone pretty straight forward replacement. only $145 after you give them the core.

3r!c84 · 01-15-2011, 01:58 PM

Can it be loose and worn out inside and still not leak? Mine is not leaking. Idk if or when it was replaced last. It still looks good.. Just loose
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SS Delux · 01-15-2011, 05:52 PM

can you adjust the screw on top of the box the same for a mannual box as you would a power one ?

Tx Firefighter · 01-15-2011, 10:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SS Delux

can you adjust the screw on top of the box the same for a mannual box as you would a power one ?

Yes

01-13-2011, 09:50 PM	#1
3r!c84 Badass Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: lox. fl Posts: 4,586	lots of play.. ive got alot of play in my steering wheel. it feels like more in the steering box then anything. checked tie rods. inner and outter. all fine. and pitman and iddler arm are fine. its just the box has alot of play. how much is a new box? is it hard to replace? any other boxes that are a "upgrade" thanks, Eric __________________ Think outside the box? -84c10 (1stcar)→My Build← -00 Saturn 5spd drop a gear and disappear! 1/4:13:90

01-13-2011, 11:36 PM	#2
Restrorob The One And Only !!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Hole in the woods Florida Posts: 4,567	Re: lots of play.. Eric, Check my post in this thread; http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=440370..... __________________ 93 Jeep XJ 88 Buick La Sabra Toys; 88 TA-GTA in the works.... 97 GMC Ext. Cab 502 Crate 5 Spd......Sucks Gas But Haulz Azz ! The primary function of an Engineer is to make it difficult for the Fabricator and impossible for the Mechanic. *"Why go out preserved when you can go out beat up, worn out, sliding in sideways screaming, Holy Sh!t What A Ride" !!!*

01-13-2011, 11:45 PM	#3
Gregs71 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Amador County, Ca. Posts: 229	Re: lots of play.. To give you an idea. I think I paid close to $500 for a new steering box installed by Big O tires. Not sure if make model matter but that was for a 1-ton 4x4 dually __________________ 1995 GMC 4x4 1/2 ton 1999 Jeep Wrangler w/ 33's 68 camaro 350/350 1987 Chevy 3/4 ton 4x4 Suzuki DRZ 400s Dual Sport 1971 chevy long bed 2x4 194? Dodge 2.5 ton 1980 Chevy Cheyenne 4x4 1/2 ton I6/sm455 1989 Chevy V30 crewcab dually 454/TH400 Last edited by Gregs71; 01-13-2011 at 11:46 PM. Reason: info

01-14-2011, 02:36 PM	#4
Your41Plague12 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 1,009	Re: lots of play.. Check where the steering box is bolted to the frame. If your box leaks any fluid at all, the fluid could help the bolts loosen up over time. I just fixed this problem on mine, 1000% improvement. Last edited by Your41Plague12; 01-14-2011 at 02:36 PM.

01-14-2011, 03:38 PM	#5
3r!c84 Badass Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: lox. fl Posts: 4,586	Re: lots of play.. just replaced the high pressure line. no leaks now. but still very lose. ill try tighting that nut? see if it will help __________________ Think outside the box? -84c10 (1stcar)→My Build← -00 Saturn 5spd drop a gear and disappear! 1/4:13:90

01-14-2011, 04:46 PM	#6
Rons86 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Holt, Missouri Posts: 94	Re: lots of play.. If the bolts to the frame are not loose you can try tightening the gears by loosening the nut on top and tightening down the allen wrench bolt in the center. Usually this is a stop gap at best and the best thing is to replace the steering box.

01-14-2011, 05:25 PM	#7
pseudopimp Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Las Cruces NM Posts: 85	Re: lots of play.. i got mine at autozone pretty straight forward replacement. only $145 after you give them the core. __________________ 84 Scottsdale LWB K10 Rooting against the cowboys is almost as fun as rooting for the GIANTS!

01-15-2011, 01:58 PM	#8
3r!c84 Badass Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: lox. fl Posts: 4,586	Re: lots of play.. Can it be loose and worn out inside and still not leak? Mine is not leaking. Idk if or when it was replaced last. It still looks good.. Just loose Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Think outside the box? -84c10 (1stcar)→My Build← -00 Saturn 5spd drop a gear and disappear! 1/4:13:90

01-15-2011, 05:52 PM	#9
SS Delux Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: windsor Posts: 290	Re: lots of play.. can you adjust the screw on top of the box the same for a mannual box as you would a power one ?



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