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Steering Column Bushing Replacement
Ok i'm about to do the "Steering Column Bushing Replacement"
I have wobble in the steering wheel  Is the plastic bushing thats already in there going to be a ***** to remove and if so what the best way to remove it? Mohammad
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05-18-2003, 08:50 AM
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Mohammed... make sure you don't replace it with another plastic bushing... it'll bust again in 2 weeks. The best kind is an aluminum bushing with a flanged end. I believe our host carries it.
You should be able to pick out the bits of your plastic bushing with a very small slotted screwdriver.
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This should tell you what you need to know:
http://www.pelicanparts.com/techarticles/911_Steering-bushing/911_steering_bushing.htm Also, Shamless Plug -- This a great book for your library: 101 Projects for your Porsche. This fellow Dempsey seems to know a thing or two. http://www.pelicanparts.com/catalog/shopcart/BOOK/por_BOOK_BKPTEC_main.htm
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motion - I got a metal bushing from our host here. so i just need to pick the pieces out of the column and i'm good to go.
Harry - yeah i was looking at that earlier but it doesn't say how to take the bushing out it just says remove the c-clip and bang the new bushing in place. Oh yeah the 101 Projects for your Porsche book was the first thing i got. Its a tremedous resource. Thanks for the help guys!!
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Mohammad,
In case it isn't clear, you don't need to remove the old one -- the new sleeve pushes the old, broken bushing down the steering column. You could use a vacuum cleaner to get out the little bits, but it's not necessary. Chris. |
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Mohammad,
You need a long cylinder(tube) that will go over the steering shaft to drive the metal bushing 'in'. I made one that fits exactly for that job. If you want to borrow, or come down 5/23 or 24, and do the job on my driveway, you're welcome. I live in Berryessa, maybe 3 or 4 exits south of you? call 272-5322 |
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