I am trying to assess the steering box and column that I have. The threads on the wheel end are pretty boogered up, but it seems to rotate well from stop to stop with pretty much no play. Although half-way through the rotation it gets a little stiff at one point but then loosens up again, I figure probably from sitting for so long. So I am going to try to repair the threads and use the box as is without rebuilding it cuz I dont believe I possess the skills and patience to properly rebuild it. I looked into a new unit from Classic Parts but with shipping and returning the core it gets kinda pricey, and they are back ordered with no due date. So.
1. What is the thread size at the steering wheel, 1/2-20?
2. Do you think the stiffness in the center of the rotation is anything to be concerned of?
3. Is the column clamp seal just a piece of rubber that goes around the column? Looks like I could make one.
4. What are the 2 screw holes for that are on the bottom side of the column, about 3 inches or so down from the top?
Thanks
Paul
52 GMC
