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01-03-2003, 07:08 PM
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Location: Magnolia, Texas
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Sloppy Tilt Column
My '72 has a bit of tilt column slop in the only position that I like. How do I tighten it up?
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01-03-2003, 09:24 PM
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Your ratchet mechanism is worn and there are no adjustments.
Sorry to be the bearer of bad news. Jim |
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01-03-2003, 10:57 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2001
Location: Castlegar B.C. Canada
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In my Monte the tilt was sloppy. I found out that there are 4 bolts (1/4 inch multi point) that needed to be tightened, Not sure if its the same on a 67-72 steering wheel. You can access them by pulling the steering wheel and taking out the turn signal switch
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01-04-2003, 12:42 AM
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its all about the +6 inches
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Location: Hilliard Ohio
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Hooter is right about teh later ones, but I am unsure on these older tilts.
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01-04-2003, 01:40 AM
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Unfortunatly these dont use the 4 bolt design.
It does sound like the lever/ratchet is loose or has a worn tooth in your favorite spot. Is this something that just happened one day or has it gradually been getting worse over the years? |
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01-04-2003, 01:51 AM
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It can be fixed. But is not a job for the inexperienced. I can do it for you. Wont cost you anything but shipping.
I have fixed several for myself. As well as one for board member DanDeluxe. Email me if you want me to fix it.
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01-04-2003, 02:04 AM
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its all about the +6 inches
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Location: Hilliard Ohio
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and I will vouge for fine69....heluva guy.
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01-04-2003, 11:41 AM
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Location: Magnolia, Texas
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thanks for the offer, fine. i just got the truck two weeks ago. no telling how long it has been like this. i am in no hurry to fix it, so i will get back to you. thanks again!
Brave Dave
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