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scottb 10-20-2003 01:54 PM

Steering Column Play
 
OK, guys, put your flamethrowers away. I've searched the threads and know about the easy bushing to replace the decaying one in my steering column. http://www.pelicanparts.com/support/smileys/flaming.gif

The question is this: How much play in the column is too much? Mine seems to be moving about 1/8" - 1/4".

Thanks for the help.

Rot 911 10-20-2003 02:14 PM

That's too much. Time for the replacement bushing.

bigchillcar 10-20-2003 02:23 PM

Actually, time to replace the easy bushing to replace the decaying one in your steering column...:)
Ryan

n8marx 10-21-2003 04:34 AM

Any play in there is too much. The replacement bushing will make your column solid. Mine feels as if it's chiseled from granite.

scottb 11-10-2003 10:18 AM

Did the job this weekend.

Cost: $15.00
Difficulty: 1 wrench on a scale of 10.
Time: 15 minutes, start to finish.
Satisfication: Immeasurable! :D

Typical Fish 11-10-2003 04:58 PM

As remedial as this may sound, also check the bolts that fasten the column to the dashboard, they are behind/below the tach. Mine were loose to the tune of about 1/8 inch of play, and the bushing would not have helped.

Randy Webb 11-10-2003 05:26 PM

Can anybody explain what the procedure is if you have an early car?

a '73...

Ron,K 11-10-2003 05:51 PM

I don't think there is a bushing to replace, only a bearing that wears with age. Bearing was nearly two hundered dollars last time I checked. Anyone know of a cheaper alternative to the Porsche bearing?

techweenie 11-10-2003 06:05 PM

The solution to a '73 and earlier car is a spring and a specially-dished washer. you can find the parts in PET and order at your Porsche dealership. Cheap, easy to do, and the difference is amazing.

BTDT

obrut 11-10-2003 06:17 PM

tw - any more info on the "spring and a specially-dished washer" upgrade?

techweenie 11-10-2003 06:38 PM

It's not an upgrade. These are Factory parts that are often misplaced when less-than careful folks change steering wheels and work in that area. If you don't have PET, your dealer wil help you identify the parts. My mechanic got them for me from the dealer.

obrut 11-10-2003 06:43 PM

thanks

Zeke 11-10-2003 06:45 PM

tw speaks the truth. The washer goes on the shaft first, flange towards you. Then the spring which is held down by the hub. It is a self centering device and I like it better than the later setup.

Typical Fish 11-10-2003 08:25 PM

Zeke, where are you located? I live in Belmont, right behind the Bayshore...

JWest 11-11-2003 04:49 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by techweenie
The solution to a '73 and earlier car is a spring and a specially-dished washer. you can find the parts in PET and order at your Porsche dealership. Cheap, easy to do, and the difference is amazing.

BTDT

Not exactly cheap (for what you get) at about $100 for both parts but yes, they are available. You can order them though Pelican with these part numbers:

Spring: 914 347 713 00
Support: 695 347 725 00

I know the first number is a 914 number (as used on the 914/6) but that is the number they use and it is the correct part for all '73 and earlier 911s.

For some reason the '70 and later listings in PET do not show the support, but it was used in these cars originally. It does show up for the '68 and earlier 911s.

Amazingly enough these parts are pictured quite well in the Haynes manual - there is a picture of the column side of a steering wheel with the spring and the split collar (support) installed on it.

Randy Webb 11-11-2003 10:14 AM

Thanks for the info on the parts -- is there a good explanaton of the procedure for removing whatever old parts are to be taken out, and installing these new parts anywhere?

JWest 11-11-2003 12:33 PM

Once you get the wheel off they (spring and support) practically fall in your lap. The bearing itself does not just come out (press fit in the tube) but it is actually quite durable.

If you do take the bearing out, it has a clip that allows it to be taken apart and re-greased. It's worth it at almost $200 for the bearing.

If I have time I'll try yo get some more info when I get home.


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