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Old 08-15-2011, 05:43 PM   #9
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Default Re: USA or Import Steering Gears?

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Originally Posted by Purdy Swoft View Post
With five inches of play in the seven tooth steering gear, I've got to suspect that the pitman arm is not tight enough on the sector. Removal of shims at the end of the column will reduce end play and proper adjustment of the sector thrust screw will usually help.
I followed those simple steps (above) and removed 2" of play in my seven tooth steering.

http://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=41861
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