steering column install instructions

[lgonzalez_1986]

anybody got step by step instructions on how to install a steering column for an 86 gn?

 

[CGASTON]

I was just thinking the same thing. Plus I would love instructions on how to rebuild your column to get rid of the slop!!!


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[charlief1]

Tilt Steering Fix

Sorry but the column should be fairly easy compared to the repair.

 

[CGASTON]

Cool!!! I will try this!


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[just plain john]

Column removal/installation is straightforward. Remove the intermediate steering shaft. There are four bolts at the firewall, and two nuts on the bottom side of the dash. Unclip the electrical connections and the column comes out. Easy peasy. It's a good time to do the Jeep steering shaft upgrade when it goes back together.

 

[Dabigguy]

What is the "Jeep steering shaft upgrade"

 

[just plain john]

The Jeep Cherokee steering shaft has u joints instead of a rag joint. http://www.turbobuick.com/forums/br...270748-steering-shaft-intermediate-shaft.html

 

[CGASTON]

So why the jeep steering column? What year? Please explain?


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[CGASTON]

Hey , I got the info. Little hard to read from email.


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[Red Regal T]

First of all, here's comprehensive instructions for fixing a floppy steering column:


G-Body Loose Tilt Steering Column Repair...Fix it right the first time - El Camino Central Forum : Chevrolet El Camino Forums

And as for installation of a replacement column, it is pretty straightforward as mentioned earlier. Make sure you remove the pin retaining the shifter linkage before you unbolt the column from the firewall. I would also suggest removing the forward shaft and attaching it to the column and put the whole assembly through the firewall. Where the column meets the shaft is a tight fit and there isn't enough room to maneuver to join them in the engine compartment.

 

[just plain john]

Good points Red Regal T. I did mine with the front clip off so access was easy.