Steering Shaft

[Rolocado]

I have ordered the shaft, you mention some bushings you destroyed removing, which are you referring to, the side ones on the tilt pivot?

Yep the side ones, I think they're copper? I got a couple extra ones and it actually took up a bit of side to side play too

 

[Rolocado]

I have ordered the shaft, you mention some bushings you destroyed removing, which are you referring to, the side ones on the tilt pivot?

Yep the side ones, I think they're copper? I got a couple extra ones and it actually took up a bit of side to side play too

 

[YardPig]

Do you have the part number for the bushings? Thanks.

 

[Rolocado]

Do you have the part number for the bushings? Thanks.

90389-08124

 

[CA Cruisin]

This seems like an important fix. Getting the steering tight again is not only safer but a much more enjoyable drive.

 

[Rolocado]

This seems like an important fix. Getting the steering tight again is not only safer but a much more enjoyable drive.

Couldn't agree more. The truck feels much tighter now and predictable over weird bumps or obstacles

 

[nissanh]

Try to avoid turning the steering WITHOUT running the engine.

 

[fooldall1]

I have this issue.

Non power tilt, part number 45210-60090 60091 should correct this?

To be clear, this requires a complete breakdown of the steering column, right? Can't be done any other way?

Thanks for this, I'm hoping this fixes my issues.

 

[Rolocado]

I have this issue.

Non power tilt, part number 45210-60090 60091 should correct this?

To be clear, this requires a complete breakdown of the steering column, right? Can't be done any other way?

Thanks for this, I'm hoping this fixes my issues.

Yeah you have to pull the whole column out. Having non power tilt makes it a touch easier thiugh

 

[fooldall1]

Thanks man! I don't have to take apart the whole column, right? Just take the column off.. Replace the upper shaft (and upper u joint by the firewall since I have that part anyway) and put everything back together again

 

[Rolocado]

If you're replacing the shaft (the part number you supplied) you have to take the column off, meaning your table should look like mine in the first pictures. There are things you have to remove to get the shaft out. I replaced the U-joint by the firewall as well but that wasn't my issue. When you say upper shaft I'm assuming you mean the entire shaft upwards of the U-joint that goes through the steering column.

 

[fooldall1]

If you're replacing the shaft (the part number you supplied) you have to take the column off, meaning your table should look like mine in the first pictures. There are things you have to remove to get the shaft out. I replaced the U-joint by the firewall as well but that wasn't my issue. When you say upper shaft I'm assuming you mean the entire shaft upwards of the U-joint that goes through the steering column.

Yes, correct

 

[fooldall1]

@Rolocado ,

This is the part that you replaced, right?

 

[Rolocado]

In the blown apart above I replaced 45210, and 45220. Your 45210 (may) be different because of manual tilt. You'll have to verify correct fitment

 

[fooldall1]

I got the new steering shaft in today and just finished putting everything back together. The new part is supper tight at that blue circle spot. It still slides in and out (if it were to collapse) but there in 0 rotational play. It feels like a brand new car. Wasn't a hard job but you have to go in order and make sure not to forget any electrical connections. I recommend the job.

Rolcado, did you follow a write up for this? I want to replace mine as well (non-motorized tilt only) but it looks really intimidating.

 

[Rolocado]

Nah, just got after it. I referenced the FSM a bit and the blown up picture. If you want, you can drive to CO and I'll do it for you

 

[Rolocado]

The FSM pages are on the 1st page of this thread

 

[fooldall1]

Nah, just got after it. I referenced the FSM a bit and the blown up picture. If you want, you can drive to CO and I'll do it for you

Finally....a reason. LOL

 

[Ayune]

I just replaced my upper steering shaft and my rattling & loose steering is finally gone. I posted a how-to in this thread: How To: Replace your own Upper Steering Column Shaft

 

[fooldall1]

I just replaced my upper steering shaft and my rattling & loose steering is finally gone. I posted a how-to in this thread: How To: Replace your own Upper Steering Column Shaft
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Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!