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dan42 · 02-21-2008, 11:34 AM

Does anyone know if the joint that connects the upper and lower steering shafts can be replaced with a more modern u-joint, and where I could get one? I noticed in this column I got from the junkyard that the inside of the collar where it mates to the shaft is worn smooth in places, and I woud rather replace it with something newer.

dan42 · 02-21-2008, 11:58 AM

something like this -

dan42 · 02-21-2008, 10:09 PM

Anyone? I know Borgeson makes the couplers, but all I've seen are guys that have switched over 4WD, not the 2WD. Also, that joint is not collapsable and I'm wondering if it would affect the feel of the steering. Has anyone done this switch?

dan42 · 02-22-2008, 02:25 AM

Ttt

PanelDeland · 02-22-2008, 05:36 AM

Dan, I can't answer but,the lower end of that lower shaft connects to the rag joint.This means you would have a u-joint at one end and a soft joint at another.I'm thinking that this might cause binding.I say again,I don't know but that is what popped into my head when I saw it.
It looks like it worked for someone in your pic though.And there may not be any bind like I'm thinking.It may just be my overly cautious mind.I really try to think of any and every thing when it comes to steering and brakes.

dan42 · 02-22-2008, 06:22 AM

There is a thread where somebody put that u-joint in the middle, and also replaced the rag joint with another u-joint. But it was 4 wheel drive and he had a body lift. He didn't seem to have any problems. I can't decide what to do, whether to stay with stock, or change to the u-joint.

02-21-2008, 11:34 AM	#1
dan42 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cali Central Coast Posts: 5,191	steering column ujoint question - Does anyone know if the joint that connects the upper and lower steering shafts can be replaced with a more modern u-joint, and where I could get one? I noticed in this column I got from the junkyard that the inside of the collar where it mates to the shaft is worn smooth in places, and I woud rather replace it with something newer. Attached Images __________________ '67 SWB Fleetside ZZ4/350/Tremec 5-speed/4link/Scott's IFS - and fun as heck! SOLD Click here to support the board Philippians 4: 6-7

02-21-2008, 11:58 AM	#2
dan42 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cali Central Coast Posts: 5,191	Re: steering column ujoint question - something like this - Attached Images __________________ '67 SWB Fleetside ZZ4/350/Tremec 5-speed/4link/Scott's IFS - and fun as heck! SOLD Click here to support the board Philippians 4: 6-7

02-21-2008, 10:09 PM	#3
dan42 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cali Central Coast Posts: 5,191	Re: steering column ujoint question - Anyone? I know Borgeson makes the couplers, but all I've seen are guys that have switched over 4WD, not the 2WD. Also, that joint is not collapsable and I'm wondering if it would affect the feel of the steering. Has anyone done this switch? __________________ '67 SWB Fleetside ZZ4/350/Tremec 5-speed/4link/Scott's IFS - and fun as heck! SOLD Click here to support the board Philippians 4: 6-7

02-22-2008, 02:25 AM	#4
dan42 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cali Central Coast Posts: 5,191	Re: steering column ujoint question - Ttt __________________ '67 SWB Fleetside ZZ4/350/Tremec 5-speed/4link/Scott's IFS - and fun as heck! SOLD Click here to support the board Philippians 4: 6-7

02-22-2008, 05:36 AM	#5
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: steering column ujoint question - Dan, I can't answer but,the lower end of that lower shaft connects to the rag joint.This means you would have a u-joint at one end and a soft joint at another.I'm thinking that this might cause binding.I say again,I don't know but that is what popped into my head when I saw it. It looks like it worked for someone in your pic though.And there may not be any bind like I'm thinking.It may just be my overly cautious mind.I really try to think of any and every thing when it comes to steering and brakes. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

02-22-2008, 06:22 AM	#6
dan42 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cali Central Coast Posts: 5,191	Re: steering column ujoint question - There is a thread where somebody put that u-joint in the middle, and also replaced the rag joint with another u-joint. But it was 4 wheel drive and he had a body lift. He didn't seem to have any problems. I can't decide what to do, whether to stay with stock, or change to the u-joint. __________________ '67 SWB Fleetside ZZ4/350/Tremec 5-speed/4link/Scott's IFS - and fun as heck! SOLD Click here to support the board Philippians 4: 6-7



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