Locked box or not, I still don't get how turning a wheel is enough torque to shear off a metal shaft.
Well, it did, Snapped at the UV joint to the box. But this was several years ago. So no pictures. But it happened.
Locked box or not, I still don't get how turning a wheel is enough torque to shear off a metal shaft.
How did that box do ? Got some miles on it ? What would you have to charge for that repair to make it worth your while ? No shortage of leaking boxes that need yor help . The last time I put a steering box in a disco 1 it cost like $2500 .
Not you dummy . The evil genius who can rebuild one of these . Could you even get one out and.the pitman arm off ?
Wow here we go again. I thought you were directing your post to me. Yes, I can. Just did a rebuild on my 99 DII. I know it was not color by numbers but I was able to do it.
The rack pad adjustment is on the side. Looks like a big straight slot screw next to the trans cooling lines. This controls the mesh of the rack gear and sector gear. It is adjusted on assembly. Could be done in-situ.
The top adjuster is for the worm preload. The sector/pitman shaft has a follower on it that runs in the groove of the worm/input. Too tight and it will bind in the center. If adjusted correctly there will be a bit of effort at the center. Too loose and the truck won't track.
Sorry, I should have taken photos while I had it open. Maybe I'll ask for one of those eyeglass or headband cameras for Father's Day. Then it would be full video complete with bloody knuckles and muttering.
Well, it did, Snapped at the UV joint to the box. But this was several years ago. So no pictures. But it happened.
Not you dummy . The evil genius who can rebuild one of these . Could you even get one out and.the pitman arm off ?
This thread is really helping me out. I just replaced the steering box in a 98D1. It all went well and I made sure I put everything back like it was but the steering feels super tight going straight down the road but then feels fine when you turn....either direction.
No leaks.....yet but I haven't driven it because of the steering issue. I take it that's the top adjustment? Any tips on how to adjust it other than just turn it and guess?
How did that box do ? Got some miles on it ? What would you have to charge for that repair to make it worth your while ? No shortage of leaking boxes that need yor help . The last time I put a steering box in a disco 1 it cost like $2500 .
If you are addressing me:
I dunno. The rebuild was straightforward but I can see that valve seals and a correct seals are critical.
I wouldn't be able to do them en masse. It would have to be a case-by-case basis. I'll give it some thought and check into a reliable source for the correct seals. I'd also need to set up a testing fixture with a pump. I wouldn't want to send them out untested.
I understand . Liability could be a problem too . If your driving it now and have no problems I'm impressed .
I ran across a Corteco part number that has the teflon valve seals. I was not able to find it as a current part number on Corteco's web site.