F1 steering in a 32

[qmdv]

I have an F1 steering box in a 32. Stock frame. I cut the steering wheel end off and welded on an early end with the tapper and key. The slop in the steering is tolerable but I think I want an improvement.

I have been looking at rebuild parts and I have only found the worm gear mounted on a new shaft. That means cutting and welding again. I am assuming that this worm gears are removable so the question is do they sell the worm gear by itself.

[Krylon32]

Send NealinCA on here a message. He is the best at rebuilding F1, F100 and other early steering boxes.

[rotorwrench]

The F100 box from the mid 50s is likely a better choice than the F1 set. It takes some special tooling and a pretty good press to change a worm gear. Parts are available.

[32phil]

An F1 steering box from NealinCA is the way to go. We currently have 3 installed and they steer beautifully.
They are installed in 32 Fords and fit like a glove using the original steering wheels and light switch etc.
The only worthwhile option for a driver 32 or a mild Hot Rod.

[qmdv]

Originally Posted by 32phil

An F1 steering box from NealinCA is the way to go. We currently have 3 installed and they steer beautifully.
They are installed in 32 Fords and fit like a glove using the original steering wheels and light switch etc.
The only worthwhile option for a driver 32 or a mild Hot Rod.

Please send me the phone number for NealinCA.

[petehoovie]

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Originally Posted by qmdv

Please send me the phone number for NealinCA.

Try contacting him at this email address > [email protected]

[Pete]

One BIG advantage of the F100 is you can have self cancelling turn signals. The switch assembly is built in the column.

[Krylon32]

The F100 steering also has the column on top which allows for a closer to stock column angle rather coming from the bottom like the F1 which places the column in a more vertical angle

[highbeams]

Originally Posted by Pete

One BIG advantage of the F100 is you can have self cancelling turn signals. The switch assembly is built in the column.

How about a rubber wheel on the steering column signal unit to contact the steering wheel hub.
Thank you -

[Pete]

Originally Posted by highbeams

How about a rubber wheel on the steering column signal unit to contact the steering wheel hub.
Thank you -

You don't need any special stuff. The original cam will press right on the early shaft.