Hello,
I need some guidance in rebuilding my steering box on my '48 AD. The manual indicates that this is a recirculating ball type. I have read the threads regarding this task and it sounds like there are not too many parts which need replacing. Will I have to replace the 60 balls in the ball guides? To do a proper rebuild, which parts should be replaced? One thread suggested these parts are needed:
Sector shaft seal (pitman arm side of box): CR 11055 (chicago rawhide @ NAPA)
Side cover bushing: GM-266316 (dealership)
Seal Group # 6.855, part #07801626
Adjustment Screw (aka side lash adjusting screw and shims): GM-605142 (dealership) [THIS IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE]
I don't want to buy a "kit", but would prefer to obtain parts individually from Chevy and Napa since the seals in the "kit" tend to leak and the gaskets are the wrong size.
I would appreciate any thoughts based on your experiences so this rebuild can go as smoothly as possible. Thank You!
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