How do you rebuild a Ford steering box?
How do you rebuild a Ford steering box?
The flat spot should be facing down (when the box is properly oriented) Step 3: Remove bolts holding cover-plate. Step 4: Take a rubber mallet, or some form of hammer, and tap the bottom of the Sector Shaft until the whole assembly unseats itself.
Where does lubricant go on a steering box?
The top bearing usually goes first because on many steering boxes it is hard to get lubricant to that bearing. Some boxes have a fill port on the column above the dash, on others you have to remove the steering wheel to put grease or gear oil on the top bearing.
Can a steering box be adjusted on an 8N tractor?
It sure won’t hurt anything. The steering box on both the early and late 8N tractors can be adjusted. However, the actual problem is more often external to the steering box and/or the wear has been allowed to progress beyond the point where adjusting the steering box will do much good.
Can you drill a hole in a steering shaft?
I don’t think it is a great idea to start drilling holes in things like steering shafts myself. If your tractor was like mine, the top bearing is already junk and you will have to dissassemble the box to replace the bearings. When you are finished with the repairs, use 90W gear oil, or 140W outboard motor oil, and fill it up.
How do you replace a pitman steering box?
Lift the replacement steering box into the frame and bolt it into place with the 3/8-inch ratchet and socket and an open-end wrench. Reconnect the Pitman arm and the intermediate shaft to the steering box with the 3/8-inch ratchet and socket. Reinstall the power steering lines to the steering box with a line wrench.
How does a steering box work on a Ford F-150?
The steering box on a Ford F-150 is mounted on the frame. Its job is to convert the rotation of the steering column into linear motion that turns the steering linkage. The steering box uses hydraulic power to help turn the wheels. When the hydraulic seals and gears can wear down, the steering box will need to be replaced.
How do you put power steering fluid in a Ford truck?
Open the power steering fluid reservoir, which is on the engine, and fill it with the power steering fluid. Start the Ford. Turn the steering wheel clockwise until it stops, then turn it counter clockwise until it stops. Repeat this turning process for 10 cycles, then lower the truck off the jack stands with the jack.
