Technical 50 ford Steering box rebuild kit mystery bush?

Hey legends, just rebuilt my 1940 ford steering box, everything went together spot on, but in the kit is a rubber bush with what looks to be sintered bronze bush inside that, my guess is it’s to replace the locator in the top of the column?


Thanks!


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Yes, that is the top of the column support bushing. The original one is a two piece "stacked design" (at least on mine), and was a pain to get out. This design installed easily. Check the fit on the steering shaft first before installing in the tube.

 

Didnt fit easy on mine.Mine was a bear to drive in.If I ever do another I will sand it down on the outside until it starts to drop in.Easier yet would be to use a flanged bearing from a wheel barrow wheel.

 

Thanks mate! I was sure that’s what it was, but just wanted to double check!


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I’ll measure it up and see if I need to sand mine! Thanks mate!


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Use a ball bearing instead. It makes a big difference

 

You guessed right.