Automatic steering column problem

[Johns66]

Today I cut the column on my steering shaft in preparation for the Captainfab power steering conversion.

Then I picked up the steering column and realized I could not shift it.

I disassembled the column and I cannot get the bottom selector to move. An advice would be appreciated.

[LostMy65]

I'm sorry, someone else may understand your issue, but I'm not quite sure how cutting your steering shaft would change anything in regards to your auto shifter.

[pimpston65]

Originally Posted by Johns66

Today I cut the column on my steering shaft in preparation for the Captainfab power steering conversion.

Then I picked up the steering column and realized I could not shift it.

I disassembled the column and I cannot get the bottom selector to move. An advice would be appreciated.

i think the bottom selector moves with the primary shaft (the tube that its attached) to as a unit, i had mine out and was able to turn the selector by compressing the spring and move the selector. hope that helps...

[Johns66]

Originally Posted by pimpston65

i think the bottom selector moves with the primary shaft (the tube that its attached) to as a unit, i had mine out and was able to turn the selector by compressing the spring and move the selector. hope that helps...

I thought I should be able to compress the spring and move by hand. I will lunricate it and try again.

Thanks

[LostMy65]

Yea, I just don't know.
I plan on installing an original 3-speed auto column this winter. We'll see if I have a similar issue.
Post here if you figure it out.

[Johns66]

Originally Posted by LostMy65

Yea, I just don't know.
I plan on installing an original 3-speed auto column this winter. We'll see if I have a similar issue.
Post here if you figure it out.

Thanks guys, I will let you know the outcome.

[Johns66]

Update:

Turns out the collar with the bolt holes that retains the spring was rusted in place. I got it freed up by spraying Liquid Wrench in the bolt holes, and then standing the shaft on end was able to push on the collar to compress the spring.

I am now able to push the collar down and move the shift lever freely back and forth as it should.

John