55 olds 98 starfire steering box problems

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Old October 21st, 2010, 05:15 AM
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55 olds 98 starfire steering box problems

Hey guys, my shop is working on a 55 98 starfire and the output to the pitman arm on the steering box has about a 1/4 inch of play in it and it's making some serious steering issues. Do any of you guys know where to get a rebuild kit or a reman box.
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Old October 21st, 2010, 05:40 AM
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http://www.powersteering.com/products.htm

Have it rebuilt is the best way try this web site
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Old October 21st, 2010, 05:58 AM
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I've been reading about and hearing people replacing steering boxes lately, because of 'play'!
Did you try adjusting the slop out of it??
On top of the box is a adjustment - unlock the nut and turn the inside shaft [?] until the play is gone - [I have someone turn the wheel back and forth while doing this] re-lock the nut! Done! Play gone!
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Old October 21st, 2010, 07:58 AM
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I've checked all over and haven't found an adjustment for the box, but based on the amount of movement on the output I would imagine it's going to need a rebuild.
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