

| Subject: | Steering gear |
| From: | John Thrower |
| Date: | Wed, 02 Nov 1994 11:14:40 -0500 (EST) |
Hello all,
On my 70 bus, the steering is binding. The effect is particularly noticeable
when I am parallel parking. This is because the bus is completely stopped
when I am turning the steering wheel (very difficult). When moving the
problem is not so apparent. Now, I have located the source of the problem
which is the worm gear? connecting the steering wheel column to the front
wheels and have loosened the gear according to the idiots guide. This action
has helped some but I fear the problem is to get worse. According to the
idiots guide breakdown of the gear should be left to the dealer ( aghh!)
Does any one have any experience with this problem. Is it really that bad or
can I break it down myself on the work bench. Is it advisable to get a used
one or rebuilt, i understand they are rare......or is there fluid in there
that I let get too low ? Goodthoughts anyone
TIA
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