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2nd gen lower steering shaft rebuild DIY :)

Discussion in 'Technical Chat' started by Jon G, Apr 10, 2018.

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  1. Mar 1, 2019 at 6:11 AM
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    good to know, thanks!
     
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  2. Mar 1, 2019 at 8:20 PM
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    My fellow countrymen! This is GREAT!! I like OEM parts but I love options when it comes to stupid overpriced parts... Dealer wanted $767 + tax for this shaft installed. I have to hunt a local auto machine shop that could do this for me if I supply the part. I would do it myself if I had a place to do it.
     
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  3. Mar 25, 2019 at 9:40 AM
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    Anyone use this ?
     
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  4. Mar 25, 2019 at 10:00 AM
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    Yep, I have the part sitting on my bench. Gonna rebuild my steering this weekend
     
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  5. Mar 28, 2019 at 7:27 AM
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    Going to look into this in a couple weeks, steering got stiff yesterday and I'm heading on vacation this weekend. Good write up Jon!
     
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  6. Mar 28, 2019 at 5:03 PM
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  7. Mar 31, 2019 at 7:41 AM
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    Holy chit, I've done a lot already!!
    Yes Jon, thank you. Just ordered the u-joint, and will rebuild as soon as I receive it.
     
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  8. Apr 7, 2019 at 4:37 PM
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    Holy chit, I've done a lot already!!
    I just want to say thank you Jon G!! Saved me a ton of $ and I firmly believe this is an upgrade as it has a grease zerk. Although I have to remember to grease it :rofl: I watched a video on youtube for some pointers to get the shaft off. I sprayed everything down for a few days prior, and it came apart with expected force. Unfortunately I had to do it twice since I forgot to index the two yolks. I tried to approximate 180 degrees, but the steering wheel was off 20-30 degrees. Second time was the charm. It was about a 30 minute job the second time, and quite quick. But anyone reading this, do yourself a favor and index the yolks, and the position on the rack. It will save you some frustration.
     
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  9. Apr 8, 2019 at 2:57 AM
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  10. Apr 10, 2019 at 5:29 PM
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    Holy chit, I've done a lot already!!
    SOOO I f*cked up. I didn't secure the steering wheel and messed up the spiral cable. I am so pissed that went over my head. So if you plan to do this, secure your steering wheel!!!
     
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    Well shit. Went to install my all balls kit (same one OP bought) and it only came with 3 retaining clips for the caps. Pretty sure I ought to have 4! WTF?!?
     
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  12. Apr 14, 2019 at 6:46 PM
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    Holy chit, I've done a lot already!!
    Yes it should. Sorry to hear that, I hope they make it right, QUICKLY!
     
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  13. Apr 14, 2019 at 7:22 PM
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    Yeah I didn’t have time to wait for that so I just staked that side extra well and hope I don’t die lol
     
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  14. Apr 15, 2019 at 4:09 AM
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    Holy chit, I've done a lot already!!
    Give them a shout, I'm sure they will send you one or two in case you lose it trying to install on the truck. That way you are double protected
     
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  15. Apr 15, 2019 at 11:19 AM
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    Getting a new kit overnighted. All balls racing stepped up. Good company. Amazon seller however (Orange Cycle Parts) didn’t even pick up their phones and you can’t leave VMs either.
     
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    Holy chit, I've done a lot already!!
    Good to hear!!
     
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    Thanks again for this find OP. I rebuilt my power steering pump too and steering is sooo buttery now. Feels better than new.
     
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    Just a thought ... what about installing a grease/Zerk fitting on the cover plate of the non-greasable bearing?
    I ordered a new intermediate steering shaft (that comes w/ the non-greaseable bearing), along w/ the Honda 237-191010 greaseable bearing. I’m going to install a grease fitting and install that one. Then take the old, locked up shaft and replace that old nasty bearing with the new Honda one.
    Anyone have a preference or recommendation on whether to use a 90*, or 45* grease fitting?
    Thanks! LOVE the expertise contained here!5683F331-8973-4E44-B157-B761DF59B746.jpg
     
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  19. May 16, 2019 at 2:18 PM
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    BUCKLE UP! It makes it harder for Aliens to pull you out of your Truck.
    I’ll buy your rebuilt old shaft if you’d like to do something like that
     
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  20. May 17, 2019 at 6:09 AM
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    U sure u wanna do that? Plenty to go wrong with this job and if it comes apart you lose steering and could die or kill others in a worst case scenario.
    I , for one, even tho I installed it in my truck wouldn’t sell these without a rock solid liability waiver from the buyer.
     
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