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Mrhorsepower97 · 09-26-2012, 11:41 AM

Does anyone know where I can buy a spring that is pictured?

I found this picture online and think that this may be what I am missing. Currently I just replaced my upper bearing and then put on the aftermarket steering wheel adapter but there was like a 3/4" gap. After it was all together everything was great until I slightly pulled on the steering wheel and pulled the bearing out of place which causes tons of play in the wheel. I think this spring would keep the bearing in place at all times. Any help would be great!!!! Thanks guys

**LockDoc** · 09-26-2012, 10:14 PM

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What year truck are you working on? '67-'72 Chevy trucks don't have that spring unless it is a tilt column. Unless it was supposed to come with the aftermarket wheel...

LockDoc

Mrhorsepower97 · 09-27-2012, 06:59 AM

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Originally Posted by LockDoc

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What year truck are you working on? '67-'72 Chevy trucks don't have that spring unless it is a tilt column. Unless it was supposed to come with the aftermarket wheel...

LockDoc

I'm working on a 72 truck with a non-tilt column. If it's doesn't have the spring, what keeps the upper bearing from pulling out of place since ther is about a 3/4" gap between the bearing and the aftermarket steering wheel adapter hub? I also noticed that I may be missing the turn signal cancel cam. Maybe that's it?

bobs409 · 09-27-2012, 07:01 AM

I agree with lockdoc. These used a tapered turn signal cam gizmo for lack of better words that holds down on the bearing.

I once tried to install a spring to cure a wobbly steering wheel (felt like the top bearing was shot but it wasn't ) but it wouldn't work. Turned out all I had to do was loosen the column and pull it upward. That put more pressure in that area and no more slop.

**LockDoc** · 09-27-2012, 12:09 PM

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You guys are correct. Cancel cam holds it in place...

LockDoc

Lee H · 09-27-2012, 12:48 PM

So the spring is required on tilt?

Classic Bowties · 09-27-2012, 03:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Mrhorsepower97

I'm working on a 72 truck with a non-tilt column. If it's doesn't have the spring, what keeps the upper bearing from pulling out of place since ther is about a 3/4" gap between the bearing and the aftermarket steering wheel adapter hub? I also noticed that I may be missing the turn signal cancel cam. Maybe that's it?

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Originally Posted by Lee H

So the spring is required on tilt?

Have a look at the below linked thread on this same subject from earlier this year, see post #7 & #13 for part descriptions w/pics. Mel

Upper steering column parts thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=515103

Lee H · 09-27-2012, 03:38 PM

Thanks, good info.

**LostMy65** · 02-01-2016, 09:36 PM

It's available at Classic parts, but I'm not sure why the other stuff is included.

http://www.classicparts.com/mobile/1.../#.Vq_Fo3OIZnF
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dkerr · 12-14-2018, 02:26 AM

Hi, does the upper steering column bearing in a 65 C10 have a spring to press down on it when putting the steering wheel on?

Andy4639 · 12-14-2018, 11:28 AM

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Originally Posted by LostMy65

It's available at Classic parts, but I'm not sure why the other stuff is included.

http://www.classicparts.com/mobile/1.../#.Vq_Fo3OIZnF
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Because it's for the 1960-66 Steering Column Bearing-Upper parts but it should work.

**Wrenchbender Ret** · 12-14-2018, 06:20 PM

There is a spring on the bottom of the column on the 67-72. The lower brg. is supposed float on the shaft & the spring pushes the shaft down to take up any play in the streering wheel. After all these years & a horrible invironment the lower brg is practically always froze to the shaft. You might be able to loosen the clamp under the spring & tap the brg up on the shaft. Otherwise the way to fix it right is to remove the column & o-haul it.
George

Andy4639 · 12-14-2018, 08:07 PM

I have found that just about any GM tilt column built before they went to the key switch in the column uses this same spring.

09-26-2012, 10:14 PM	#2
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,329	Re: Steering Column upper spring - What year truck are you working on? '67-'72 Chevy trucks don't have that spring unless it is a tilt column. Unless it was supposed to come with the aftermarket wheel... LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

09-27-2012, 07:01 AM	#4
bobs409 1969 Custom 30 wrecker Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Pottsville, Pa Posts: 2,611	Re: Steering Column upper spring I agree with lockdoc. These used a tapered turn signal cam gizmo for lack of better words that holds down on the bearing. I once tried to install a spring to cure a wobbly steering wheel (felt like the top bearing was shot but it wasn't ) but it wouldn't work. Turned out all I had to do was loosen the column and pull it upward. That put more pressure in that area and no more slop. __________________ Bob 63 Impala 283/PG/3.36 (under restoration) 66 Impala 327/PG/3.36 66 Chevelle SS 409/M22/3.55 69 Chevelle 307/PG/3.08 (future restoration) 69 C10 short stepside 454/TH350/3.73 69 Custom 30 tow truck 350/4 spd/4.10 (resto done, CRUISIN TIME!) 71 Cheyenne 20 fleetside 350/4 spd/4.10 71 Chevelle 6/PG/3.08 72 Chevelle 454/M21/4.10

09-27-2012, 12:09 PM	#5
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,329	Re: Steering Column upper spring - You guys are correct. Cancel cam holds it in place... LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

09-27-2012, 12:48 PM	#6
Lee H Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Upland Ca Posts: 4,139	Re: Steering Column upper spring So the spring is required on tilt? __________________ 1972 C10 SWB, Air, PS, PB, 350/350THM. Second owner. 1965 Corvette roadster, 44K miles, 327/365 SHP, 4 speed, side exhaust, knockoffs, teak, second owner (bought in 1970), Have ALL numbers matching components. My frame off restoration thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=556703

09-27-2012, 03:38 PM	#8
Lee H Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Upland Ca Posts: 4,139	Re: Steering Column upper spring Thanks, good info. __________________ 1972 C10 SWB, Air, PS, PB, 350/350THM. Second owner. 1965 Corvette roadster, 44K miles, 327/365 SHP, 4 speed, side exhaust, knockoffs, teak, second owner (bought in 1970), Have ALL numbers matching components. My frame off restoration thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=556703

09-26-2012, 11:41 AM	#1
Mrhorsepower97 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Gainesville, VA Posts: 32	Steering Column upper spring Does anyone know where I can buy a spring that is pictured? I found this picture online and think that this may be what I am missing. Currently I just replaced my upper bearing and then put on the aftermarket steering wheel adapter but there was like a 3/4" gap. After it was all together everything was great until I slightly pulled on the steering wheel and pulled the bearing out of place which causes tons of play in the wheel. I think this spring would keep the bearing in place at all times. Any help would be great!!!! Thanks guys Attached Images

02-01-2016, 09:36 PM	#9
LostMy65 But Found Her 25yrs Later! Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Oregon City, Oregon Posts: 10,468	Re: Steering Column upper spring It's available at Classic parts, but I'm not sure why the other stuff is included. http://www.classicparts.com/mobile/1.../#.Vq_Fo3OIZnF . __________________ I lost my 65 - Found it 25 years later: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=426650 66 C20 Service Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=428035

12-14-2018, 02:26 AM	#10
dkerr Registered User Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Upper Hutt, New Zealand Posts: 16	Re: Steering Column upper spring Hi, does the upper steering column bearing in a 65 C10 have a spring to press down on it when putting the steering wheel on?

12-14-2018, 06:20 PM	#12
Wrenchbender Ret Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Overland Park, Ks. Posts: 5,190	Re: Steering Column upper spring There is a spring on the bottom of the column on the 67-72. The lower brg. is supposed float on the shaft & the spring pushes the shaft down to take up any play in the streering wheel. After all these years & a horrible invironment the lower brg is practically always froze to the shaft. You might be able to loosen the clamp under the spring & tap the brg up on the shaft. Otherwise the way to fix it right is to remove the column & o-haul it. George

12-14-2018, 08:07 PM	#13
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: Steering Column upper spring I have found that just about any GM tilt column built before they went to the key switch in the column uses this same spring. Attached Images __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.



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