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Steering Question

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by 64Jeeper, Sep 9, 2008.

  1. Sep 9, 2008
    64Jeeper

    64Jeeper I have Brakes!

    Spring City, Pa.
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    I have a loose steering box. By loose, I don't mean externally. There is a lot of play inside the box. I'm not sure what box it is, however, it does have a Ford logo molded into the casting. It sits forward of the front axle. It has three mounting bolts.

    My question is, can they be rebuilt, adjusted, or am I looking at replacement? I can take a few pictures if that will help.

    Thanks,
    Bill
     
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  2. Sep 9, 2008
    lynn

    lynn Time machine / Early CJ5 HR Rep Staff Member

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    Bill, snap a few pics tonight... I'm sure the guys here can readily ID it from pics.

    Once it is identified... look into

    http://www.larescorp.com/

    Advance Auto can usually order these with the Lares P/N.

    Don's rig is running a Lares rebuilt box.
     
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  3. Sep 9, 2008
    64Jeeper

    64Jeeper I have Brakes!

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    Here are some pictures

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    timgr

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    If it's not leaking, I'd try to adjust if before I took it apart.

    It's definitely Ford. If you can find a Ford truck manual for the late 60s through the 70s online or in a book store somewhere, it'll be covered. I had a set of '72 manuals long ago, but they are gone now. The adjustments go just like the Saginaw - you need to adjust the worm shaft end play before you adjust the gear mesh. The book specifies an in-lb torque wrench, but I've adjusted them with a 1/4" flex handle and a fish scale.
     
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  5. Sep 9, 2008
    64Jeeper

    64Jeeper I have Brakes!

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    Thanks Tim!! I was hoping I could count on you to point me in the right direction.:tea:
     
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