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brak · 03-10-2007, 01:36 AM

Does anybody have information on what is required to completely rebuild a steering column?

I remember somebody (Longhorn Man maybe?) posted an exploded view of a column, a while back, but can't seem to find it.

Basically, I'm picking up an old column tomorrow, and would like to replace all the bearings, and whatever else should be replaced, while it's out.

Thanks

brak · 03-10-2007, 11:57 PM

anybody?

**Palf70Step** · 03-11-2007, 08:40 AM

I saved these from the board, although I didn't save the link to the thread. If it is tilt, like I am doing, this should help you.

**Palf70Step** · 03-11-2007, 08:41 AM

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msgross · 03-11-2007, 08:52 AM

you might have just talked both of us outta doing this project...I hate tiny parts! thanks for the pics though... I will be attempting this as well..

brak · 03-12-2007, 01:14 AM

WOW!
that's alot of parts...
The column i just picked up is not a tilt unit, so i'm guessing alot of that diagram will not be used, but most will be helpful.

Now that i see what's involved i may just say screw it, as this is just a column to hold me over until i can justify spending the big bucks for an aftermarket unit.

Thanks for the info, I've saved the diagram for my archives, and if somebody has the same breakdown for a non tilt unit, i wouldn't mind having a copy of that too.

CRCustoms · 03-12-2007, 01:48 AM

i just replaced the turn signal switch on my 1970 c10. in the process, i used an air ratchet to re attach the steering wheel, and tore up the threads on the steering shaft. this is the origonal non tilt column, and i wouldnt mind just replacing the entire column if i have destroyed it. any advice??

i really want to know where everyone is getting the aftermarket ccolumns. or. would a column from another (more modern) chevy truck fit???? please help!

brak · 04-10-2007, 06:29 AM

Sorry, i missed this...
If you're still looking, watch the classifieds, tilt columns pop up all the time.
Chevy used a similar tilt column in the vans, up into the early 80's and they work great.

Otherwise you can always check out Flaming River, or Ididit, for an aftermarket column but that will end up costing a few bucks.

hope that helps

Kantosensei · 04-10-2007, 07:51 AM

I am in the process of rebuiling a tilt. It is not that difficult if you pay close attention to the dissasembly. I tried to attach written instructions, but can't for some reson, maybe thefile is to big. PM me your email and I will send them to you. David

**Hart_Rod** · 04-10-2007, 10:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kantosensei

I am in the process of rebuiling a tilt. It is not that difficult if you pay close attention to the dissasembly. I tried to attach written instructions, but can't for some reson, maybe thefile is to big. PM me your email and I will send them to you. David

I would like a copy of those also, robhartley@aol.com. Thanks in advance.

howell57 · 09-10-2019, 12:38 PM

Just put a CPP linkage on to a 6L80 trans. I had "slop" in the shift lever and would like to know if you or anyone has a remedy for it. I can feel the endents and can adjust linkage to put the indicator on "Park", but there is still slop with the lever.

03-10-2007, 01:36 AM	#1
brak Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: MinneSNOWta Posts: 1,381	Steering column rebuild Does anybody have information on what is required to completely rebuild a steering column? I remember somebody (Longhorn Man maybe?) posted an exploded view of a column, a while back, but can't seem to find it. Basically, I'm picking up an old column tomorrow, and would like to replace all the bearings, and whatever else should be replaced, while it's out. Thanks __________________ 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 WT 1995 Nissan Hardbody 2016 Hyundai Veloster Turbo DC2 (SW/AW) Clyde W. Harvey USN "Socialism is a philosophy of failure, the creed of ignorance, and the gospel of envy, its inherent virtue is the equal sharing of misery" Winston Churchill

03-10-2007, 11:57 PM	#2
brak Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: MinneSNOWta Posts: 1,381	Re: Steering column rebuild anybody? __________________ 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 WT 1995 Nissan Hardbody 2016 Hyundai Veloster Turbo DC2 (SW/AW) Clyde W. Harvey USN "Socialism is a philosophy of failure, the creed of ignorance, and the gospel of envy, its inherent virtue is the equal sharing of misery" Winston Churchill

03-11-2007, 08:40 AM	#3
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,083	Re: Steering column rebuild I saved these from the board, although I didn't save the link to the thread. If it is tilt, like I am doing, this should help you. Attached Images __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God! Last edited by Palf70Step; 03-11-2007 at 08:41 AM.

03-11-2007, 08:41 AM	#4
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,083	Re: Steering column rebuild Last picture Attached Images __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

03-11-2007, 08:52 AM	#5
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: Steering column rebuild you might have just talked both of us outta doing this project...I hate tiny parts! thanks for the pics though... I will be attempting this as well.. __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

03-12-2007, 01:14 AM	#6
brak Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: MinneSNOWta Posts: 1,381	Re: Steering column rebuild WOW! that's alot of parts... The column i just picked up is not a tilt unit, so i'm guessing alot of that diagram will not be used, but most will be helpful. Now that i see what's involved i may just say screw it, as this is just a column to hold me over until i can justify spending the big bucks for an aftermarket unit. Thanks for the info, I've saved the diagram for my archives, and if somebody has the same breakdown for a non tilt unit, i wouldn't mind having a copy of that too. __________________ 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 WT 1995 Nissan Hardbody 2016 Hyundai Veloster Turbo DC2 (SW/AW) Clyde W. Harvey USN "Socialism is a philosophy of failure, the creed of ignorance, and the gospel of envy, its inherent virtue is the equal sharing of misery" Winston Churchill

03-12-2007, 01:48 AM	#7
CRCustoms Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 20	Re: Steering column rebuild i just replaced the turn signal switch on my 1970 c10. in the process, i used an air ratchet to re attach the steering wheel, and tore up the threads on the steering shaft. this is the origonal non tilt column, and i wouldnt mind just replacing the entire column if i have destroyed it. any advice?? i really want to know where everyone is getting the aftermarket ccolumns. or. would a column from another (more modern) chevy truck fit???? please help!

04-10-2007, 06:29 AM	#8
brak Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: MinneSNOWta Posts: 1,381	Re: Steering column rebuild Sorry, i missed this... If you're still looking, watch the classifieds, tilt columns pop up all the time. Chevy used a similar tilt column in the vans, up into the early 80's and they work great. Otherwise you can always check out Flaming River, or Ididit, for an aftermarket column but that will end up costing a few bucks. hope that helps __________________ 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 WT 1995 Nissan Hardbody 2016 Hyundai Veloster Turbo DC2 (SW/AW) Clyde W. Harvey USN "Socialism is a philosophy of failure, the creed of ignorance, and the gospel of envy, its inherent virtue is the equal sharing of misery" Winston Churchill

04-10-2007, 07:51 AM	#9
Kantosensei Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Japan Posts: 87	Re: Steering column rebuild I am in the process of rebuiling a tilt. It is not that difficult if you pay close attention to the dissasembly. I tried to attach written instructions, but can't for some reson, maybe thefile is to big. PM me your email and I will send them to you. David

09-10-2019, 12:38 PM	#11
howell57 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Redding, Calif. Posts: 101	Re: Steering column rebuild Just put a CPP linkage on to a 6L80 trans. I had "slop" in the shift lever and would like to know if you or anyone has a remedy for it. I can feel the endents and can adjust linkage to put the indicator on "Park", but there is still slop with the lever.



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