JeffreyLee
1965 Barracuda
Hi guys,
Just got my power steering box back from Firm Feel. Taken apart my steering coupler, cleaned up and ready to put in my rebuild kit. I am re-using my old, fold over top piece because it is more sturdy and has a bit longer tangs than the replacement part. Also pictured is a new milled aluminum bushing for the steering column that Firm Feel provided . They said it was a new item, so I thought you guys would like to see it. Questions:
Thanks Guys!
Just got my power steering box back from Firm Feel. Taken apart my steering coupler, cleaned up and ready to put in my rebuild kit. I am re-using my old, fold over top piece because it is more sturdy and has a bit longer tangs than the replacement part. Also pictured is a new milled aluminum bushing for the steering column that Firm Feel provided . They said it was a new item, so I thought you guys would like to see it. Questions:
- Rebuild kit comes with a very tiny pin. There appears to be a corresponding hole on the steering column. I just don't remember taking that pin out and don't see what its function is going back together. Also a small hole in my coupler just above the shear pin opening. Seems to be solid inside...no pin. What is the point of that hole?
- Is there a proper orientation of the coupler to the steering box when I re-install it? Is there a 12:00 middle position maybe relative to the steering wheel?
- I don't see anything but splines on the box's shaft and inside the coupler. Tried to gently press together, no deal. Should I just tap with a small hammer to get it re-seated?
- Finally, I see you guys recommend taking out the steering shaft to re-seat the coupler and then press back onto the installed PS box. Do I remove the entire steering column or is there a simple way to just pull out the shaft? Steering wheel is already removed.
Thanks Guys!