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06-12-2020, 05:59 AM | #1 |
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Sticky Steering
I am a newbie here my name is Daba I have a 1931 model a slight window four-door. it’s been a 20 year restoration and I am far from done, i’m a weekend warrior and put whatever money I have into it. I did get it registered and took it out on its maiden voyage, it seems to run and go OK however the steering feels very sticky wondering if there’s any suggestion On how to get it unstuck it takes a little effort to unstick it but then it sticks again??
Thanks for any advice you can give me. Daba |
06-12-2020, 07:36 AM | #2 |
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Re: Sticky Steering
WELCOME ! ! Is there lubrication in the steering box?? Have you greased the front end??
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06-12-2020, 07:39 AM | #3 |
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Welcome! My thoughts were the same as Paul's. How much play do you have in the steering?
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06-12-2020, 08:21 AM | #4 |
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X3 even if you greased it when you put it together the grease many be hard !
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06-12-2020, 10:25 AM | #5 |
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So what has been done to the front end ? Jack it up, jacks under axle, see it it 'sticks' and why. Look every piece over to see where the problem is. Maybe even take off the pitman arm or drag link to see if the problem is in the box or steering parts.
It should have a 2 tooth box and they can be adjusted. Get a book of service bulletins. There are 4 adjustments that need to done in order. |
06-12-2020, 11:03 AM | #6 |
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06-12-2020, 11:15 AM | #7 |
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Re: Sticky Steering
We had a similar problem with our 29.
It was in the steering box. I agree that you should jack up the front end and go thru everything. We ended up rebuilding the complete front end along with new spring and correct shocks. Remember, a little slack in a number of places within your cars front end. Makes for a difficult to control car. Very unsafe. Enjoy. |
06-12-2020, 11:20 AM | #8 |
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Is the steering sticking at the sweet spot when going straight ? If so the steering box may need to be adjusted and cleaned out of the old lubricant. Just a thought could be rust if was sitting for a long time. JMHO
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06-12-2020, 11:27 AM | #9 |
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My guess is some spalling of the worm gear. They always wear in the steering centered location since that's where they spend most of their life and it's also where the gear mesh is the tightest. As was mentioned, jacking and supporting the front of the car would be required to check. Disconnect the drag link and turn the pitman arm both ways in the centered position. If it has divots in the worm, they will be felt going through the centered location. If the steering gear feels OK then rotate the wheels and check for king pin problems. Disconnect the tie rod to check each side independently.
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06-12-2020, 01:24 PM | #10 |
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Re: Sticky Steering
Thanks. I will try all of your suggestions and get back to you soon. Thanks again
Daba |
06-14-2020, 07:44 AM | #11 |
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Thanks again for all your help. I did
The steering adjustments as provided in a diagram I found online and that fix the problem it said three out of four adjustments that did the trick. |
06-14-2020, 10:57 AM | #12 |
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Good for you.
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Yep, the last adjustment isn't often needed. I warped a screwdriver to check it and adjust them in the car. |
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