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Steering Wheel Play
Hey– I have a 1985 911 Coupe. I THINK that I suddenly notice some forward movement in my steering wheel. In other words, when I press on it at the 12 o’clock position, it moves forward about an eighth of an inch. Again, don’t think I have felt this before. In previous “Pelican Inspired” projects, I have removed my steering wheel twice.
Anyway, I suspect that I did not tighten something in the steering wheel reattachment and want to know if any Pelicans can chime in and tell me that I need to open this back up and retighten the wheel. If I push on the top of my steering wheel, is it supposed to move inward slightly? Again, please forgive the neophyte here – I searched the forum first; promise! - Rick
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Rick L. High Point, North Carolina '85 911 Coupe (s/roof) - Iris Blue Metallic (oh, and a brand new Buick Lucerne that just sits there) My 911 on the Pelican Parts Owner's Gallery |
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06-19-2009, 03:14 PM
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Yeah, in and out is not as common as up and down. Your answers will be forthcoming, I don't exact know that situation.
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06-19-2009, 03:23 PM
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Bird. It's the word...
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There is a bearing that is known to fail in the steering shaft - there is a cheap fix available, do a search for "steering bearing" or similar.
Cheers
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06-19-2009, 03:23 PM
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Fishcop and Milt - I am honored for your responses Gentlemen. The "play" that I refer to is an up and not so much down situation. I can press on the steering wheel at 12 o'clock and it will move inward/upward slightly. Going to search "steering bearing; or maybe just walk out and start doing what I should do and TINKER!
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Rick L. High Point, North Carolina '85 911 Coupe (s/roof) - Iris Blue Metallic (oh, and a brand new Buick Lucerne that just sits there) My 911 on the Pelican Parts Owner's Gallery |
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06-19-2009, 05:28 PM
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Bird. It's the word...
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Try this link before you tinker
 Steering column sleeve
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06-19-2009, 05:43 PM
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Rick,
The factory bushing could be wearing or coming apart unevenly so that is the reason you have more movement in one direction than another.
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06-19-2009, 08:47 PM
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It sounds like it just needs the bushing repair.
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06-20-2009, 04:55 PM
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Perfect Fit, Perfect Fix
I wanted to thank you guys for a perfect diagnosis of my steering wheel issue. Confident in the sound advice that I needed to replace my bushing, I decided to go with the MDS nylon one and contacted Mitch Leland. Once opened, I could see that my original 25 year old bushing was pretty much dust!
Mitch is a trusting guy with a fantastic product - his low-key approach certainly met with magic! Glossy photos and well written instructions added to the ease of the installation (as did my previous Pelican-insprired project with replacing the turn indicator/high-beam switch and already having the right tools). I'll continue my 99.9% loyalty to our host. Thanks so much for these forums Wayne - they add enjoyment to our cars through community and comaraderie! - Rick
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Rick L. High Point, North Carolina '85 911 Coupe (s/roof) - Iris Blue Metallic (oh, and a brand new Buick Lucerne that just sits there) My 911 on the Pelican Parts Owner's Gallery |
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08-09-2009, 06:54 AM
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1985 Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe - Iris Blue Metalli
1969 Porsche 911T 2.7RS Spec with Webbers
2003 Porsche 996 C4S
Interior
996 C4S - LS3 V8
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LS3/480 HP
