[JSeery]

There must be some confusion here Terry, this is the normal way steering boxes are adjusted. The shims adjust the bearing load, you remove shims to increase the load. Are we refer to two different things? The shim(s) consist of multiple shims, if the adjustment required is outside the range of the number of shims remaining, then you would need to take other measures.

The procedure for a rebuild is:

"Bearing end play is adjusted by shimming the lower race which protrudes slightly from the case. The end cap is installed to determine the size and number of gaskets needed.

Adjustment is a cut-and-try process. Begin with three thick green gaskets between the end cover and the box. There should be a very slight drag on the steering shaft when it's turned. If there is no drag, remove one gasket and check again. If there is too much drag, add another gasket, a thinner brown one. If you don't hit the right combination at first, be patient; you'll soon get it and then be ready to assemble the steering box."