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| | | | Joined: Apr 2003 Posts: 19 Junior Member | | Junior Member Joined: Apr 2003 Posts: 19 | Hello, once again I need some help. My steering was really bad, I followed the manual and did step by step checks. King Pins good, drag link ok, need to replace tie rod ends (next project)and finally got to the steering box. I decided to flush the box and put in new oil (Napa 80-120)before setting the two adjustments. Made adjustments with wifes help. Really happy with results. Now the problem (s); I have small oil leak through the threads on thrust adjustment. I did not put any type of sealer on threads, what should I use? Next, oil seal on pitman shaft leaks really bad (started after adding new oil). Since I plan some day to install power steering I don't really want to pull the steer box right now. Can I put a different type of lube in to reduce the leakage? Once again, thanks for any idea's. Roy | | | | | Joined: Jan 1970 Posts: 365 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Jan 1970 Posts: 365 | I would suggest draining the gear oil from the steering box. Steering gears used a special type of grease that was thicker than even 85W-140. I am not sure but I do not think GM makes it anymore. We had a big discussion on this topic a few months ago, I would suggest you search this site for 'steering box'. I will use John Deere Corn Head grease in my steering box when I go through it, as it is nearly the same consistancy as steering gear grease. | | | | | Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 43 Junior Member | | Junior Member Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 43 | Restoration Supply Company has the steering box oil you need. It is 1200W, and they say it "....will not run out of your steering box or track like grease.". The part no. is LUB009 (500 ml bottle for $7.50). Their web site is at www.restorationstuff.com . | | | | | Joined: Jul 2002 Posts: 385 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Jul 2002 Posts: 385 | | | | | | Joined: Apr 2003 Posts: 19 Junior Member | | Junior Member Joined: Apr 2003 Posts: 19 | Hello, many thanks for the quick replies, I will pull the thrust end plate and drain the box and refill with the recommend lube. I will let you all know how it works. Roy | | |
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