What truck are we talking about? If it's an AD, the steering shaft upper bearing is a bushing with a brass flanged insert to take up the play. I don't think it would hurt to put a little oil in there if it's squeaking. Here's a picture of it. As you can see, mine was a little oily when I took it apart.
Kevin 1951 Chevy 3100 work truck Follow this saga in Project Journal Photos 1929 Ford pickup restored from the ground up. | 1929 Ford Special Coupe (First car) Busting rust since the mid-60's If you're smart enough to take it apart, you darn well better be smart enough to put it back together.
