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02-10-2021, 08:24 AM | #1 |
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Fixing a leaky steering column
To fix a leaking steering column, the repro houses offer a "O" ring and a thin, flat washer, which goes on the end of the steering sector shaft, to fix the problem.
For those of you who have tried this "fix"...does it work? Thanks. Pluck |
02-10-2021, 09:09 AM | #2 |
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Re: Fixing a leaky steering column
I tried it. The fix worked for a while then it unfixed itself.
I did not bore out the column for the o ring. Last edited by old31; 02-11-2021 at 09:09 AM. |
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02-10-2021, 09:34 AM | #3 |
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Re: Fixing a leaky steering column
Mine has stayed Dry for over thirty years or 20000 miles. I always grease O rings so they last longer.
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02-10-2021, 10:25 AM | #4 |
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Re: Fixing a leaky steering column
Hi Steve! The "O-Ring" fix did not work for me.
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02-10-2021, 11:28 AM | #5 |
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Re: Fixing a leaky steering column
Hi Steve,
It still leaks after placing it in the shaft. I guess there are a lot of us who get fooled. |
02-10-2021, 11:46 AM | #6 |
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02-10-2021, 02:07 PM | #7 | |
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Re: Fixing a leaky steering column
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The only reason I am using oil in this column is because it does not hav a grease zerk on the steering shaft to put grease in. By the way...this is a early 7-tooth column. Pluck Last edited by Steve Plucker; 02-10-2021 at 02:36 PM. |
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02-10-2021, 02:15 PM | #8 |
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Re: Fixing a leaky steering column
The O ring seems to be working for me but I must admit I started using Penrite Steering Box Lube at the same time.
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