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04-08-2021, 01:52 AM | #21 |
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Re: Steering Box 7 tooth vs 2 Tooth vs F100
I only have one, but for 10 years now, there is zero play in the steering wheel.
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04-08-2021, 08:11 AM | #22 |
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Re: Steering Box 7 tooth vs 2 Tooth vs F100
I read postings on this forum everyday and usually do not post my suggestions or comments, but I feel that I need to do so in regards to this one.
No matter what type of mechanical steering box you have (2 tooth, 7 tooth, F1, F100 etc...) you can have play in the steering wheel if they are worn, worn out or not rebuilt properly. You can adjust all you want, but the end results would be play. The ease of steering (not play) is what sets a 2 or 7 tooth steering box apart from a F100 steering box. Both the 2 and 7 tooth steering boxes have a 11 to 1 gear ratio. A F100 steering box has 17 to 1 gear ratio. The higher the ratio, the easier it is to steer. |
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04-08-2021, 08:16 AM | #23 | |
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04-09-2021, 08:33 AM | #24 |
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Re: Steering Box 7 tooth vs 2 Tooth vs F100
I rebuilt 2-tooth boxes in my first two '30 Model As and was very satisfied.
Did learn on the first one that needle bearings are not needed and an unscrupulous machine shop will ream you out as well as the sector housing. Subsequent '31s have not needed anything but adjustment and STP. If I had a 28-29 and was not happy with steering, I would get a rebuilt 2-tooth box with the 28-29 column and wheel grafted on it. Granted, to the average guy off the street the F100 box is not noticeable; but when any knowledgeable Model A person looks, it jumps out like a sore thumb. That is a deal-breaker for me......
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04-10-2021, 08:05 PM | #25 | |
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04-10-2021, 08:27 PM | #27 |
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04-10-2021, 08:27 PM | #28 |
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Re: Steering Box 7 tooth vs 2 Tooth vs F100
I think one factor that needs to enter the conversation is the frequency, distance, and driving conditions under which you use your A. Personally, I try to keep my cars as close to stock as possible, but I only drive them about 500 miles per year, light, traffic, only occasional tours over 150 miles. The two tooth is easier to rebuild and adjust, so I changed out my 7 tooth in my Tudor, and my Coupe came with a two tooth, and I have found over the last ten years that as long as I lubricate and adjust everything every year they serve me well in my usages.
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04-14-2021, 09:13 AM | #29 | |
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can you tell me where you got yours or where they are available, and can a stock steering wheel be used on the F100 box? I have not measured the play in my 2 tooth box, but definitely needs re-build or replaced. Thanks, John |
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04-14-2021, 09:46 AM | #30 | |
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John Stock everything until you get to the steering box that is bolted to the frame of your car. Please do not get the F100 box unless you want to have safe, superior/tight steering (assuming you box is worn out).....Randy rebuilds the F100 box and it is apparent. Some refer to it as power steering but I would not go quite that far in my assessment however the steering will be easier/better. Warning.... you will drive your car faster than 30 as you will be able to control it lol. Its not for everyone but in my opinion a must have for a car that will be driven. You will find your car much more enjoyable to drive and to me it looks like it belongs under the hood however some will disagree. I have had mine installed for just a few days now but I would never go back to the old worn out hard to turn 7 tooth. You can give Randy Gross a call at 714-292-8660 He is an excellent man to deal with and I highly recommend him. Ron Last edited by Model A Ron; 04-14-2021 at 10:19 AM. |
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04-14-2021, 10:05 AM | #31 |
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Thanks Ron, will do.
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04-14-2021, 02:19 PM | #32 |
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I have attached a few photos of what the F100 box looks like in my car.
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04-14-2021, 08:14 PM | #33 |
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04-14-2021, 09:01 PM | #34 |
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Re: Steering Box 7 tooth vs 2 Tooth vs F100
One advantage for the F-100 box that may not have been mentioned is that it is easy to adjust.
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