Tilt steering repair
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Re: Tilt steering repair
I had to go rent the tool - I tried to push it down while my brother
pulled he snap ring but it didn't work.
I have the housing off now but I can't get to the bolts. I'm trying to
use a 3/8" socket, and I can see two of the bolts but I just can't get
to 'em. Should I go get a 1/4" socket or do I need to pull more off?
I'm trying to use Earle's link as a guide:
http://www.chevyasylum.com/column/tiltcol.html
but it's a little vague on this part.
On Dec 29, 11:30 am, Lee Ayrton <layr...@panix.com> wrote:
> Ha. Not all of us have a vice on the end of each arm. I'm envious.
>
>
>
> On Thu, 28 Dec 2006, Spdloader wrote:
> > I simply take my left hand, compress the plate, then pick the snap ring off
> > with a pick or tiny screwdriver.
> > Takes about 15 seconds.
> > Spdloader
>
> > "The Merg" <greg.merg...@gmail.com> wrote in message
> >news:1167334524.586802.44350@42g2000cwt.googlegro ups.com...
> >> I'm working on the '92 Cherokee trying to fix the loose steering
> >> column/tilt wheel. You guys were right - it's amazingly hard to get to
> >> those three bolts to tighten the tilt wheel. I have the steering wheel
> >> off, now I'm staring at the steering-wheel-ignition-lock-thingy - the
> >> gear that locks the steering wheel when you turn off the ignition.
> >> There is a snap ring holding the gear on that I can't get off, although
> >> maybe I'm just not trying hard enough. Do I need to keep going
> >> straight through here or do I need to be pulling the plastic housing
> >> from around the steering column?
>
> >> Pictures of what I'm looking at:
> >>http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r139/gmergner/--
> "I defer to your plainly more vivid memories of topless women with
> whips....r"
> R. H. Draney recalls AFU in the Good Old Days.
pulled he snap ring but it didn't work.
I have the housing off now but I can't get to the bolts. I'm trying to
use a 3/8" socket, and I can see two of the bolts but I just can't get
to 'em. Should I go get a 1/4" socket or do I need to pull more off?
I'm trying to use Earle's link as a guide:
http://www.chevyasylum.com/column/tiltcol.html
but it's a little vague on this part.
On Dec 29, 11:30 am, Lee Ayrton <layr...@panix.com> wrote:
> Ha. Not all of us have a vice on the end of each arm. I'm envious.
>
>
>
> On Thu, 28 Dec 2006, Spdloader wrote:
> > I simply take my left hand, compress the plate, then pick the snap ring off
> > with a pick or tiny screwdriver.
> > Takes about 15 seconds.
> > Spdloader
>
> > "The Merg" <greg.merg...@gmail.com> wrote in message
> >news:1167334524.586802.44350@42g2000cwt.googlegro ups.com...
> >> I'm working on the '92 Cherokee trying to fix the loose steering
> >> column/tilt wheel. You guys were right - it's amazingly hard to get to
> >> those three bolts to tighten the tilt wheel. I have the steering wheel
> >> off, now I'm staring at the steering-wheel-ignition-lock-thingy - the
> >> gear that locks the steering wheel when you turn off the ignition.
> >> There is a snap ring holding the gear on that I can't get off, although
> >> maybe I'm just not trying hard enough. Do I need to keep going
> >> straight through here or do I need to be pulling the plastic housing
> >> from around the steering column?
>
> >> Pictures of what I'm looking at:
> >>http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r139/gmergner/--
> "I defer to your plainly more vivid memories of topless women with
> whips....r"
> R. H. Draney recalls AFU in the Good Old Days.
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Re: Tilt steering repair
Photos of what I'm looking at in the tilt wheel repair sub album:
http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r139/gmergner/
On Dec 29, 1:34 pm, "The Merg" <greg.merg...@gmail.com> wrote:
> I had to go rent the tool - I tried to push it down while my brother
> pulled he snap ring but it didn't work.
> I have the housing off now but I can't get to the bolts. I'm trying to
> use a 3/8" socket, and I can see two of the bolts but I just can't get
> to 'em. Should I go get a 1/4" socket or do I need to pull more off?
>
> I'm trying to use Earle's link as a guide:http://www.chevyasylum.com/column/tiltcol.html
> but it's a little vague on this part.
>
> On Dec 29, 11:30 am, Lee Ayrton <layr...@panix.com> wrote:
>
> > Ha. Not all of us have a vice on the end of each arm. I'm envious.
>
> > On Thu, 28 Dec 2006, Spdloader wrote:
> > > I simply take my left hand, compress the plate, then pick the snap ring off
> > > with a pick or tiny screwdriver.
> > > Takes about 15 seconds.
> > > Spdloader
>
> > > "The Merg" <greg.merg...@gmail.com> wrote in message
> > >news:1167334524.586802.44350@42g2000cwt.googlegro ups.com...
> > >> I'm working on the '92 Cherokee trying to fix the loose steering
> > >> column/tilt wheel. You guys were right - it's amazingly hard to get to
> > >> those three bolts to tighten the tilt wheel. I have the steering wheel
> > >> off, now I'm staring at the steering-wheel-ignition-lock-thingy - the
> > >> gear that locks the steering wheel when you turn off the ignition.
> > >> There is a snap ring holding the gear on that I can't get off, although
> > >> maybe I'm just not trying hard enough. Do I need to keep going
> > >> straight through here or do I need to be pulling the plastic housing
> > >> from around the steering column?
>
> > >> Pictures of what I'm looking at:
> > >>http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r139/gmergner/--
> > "I defer to your plainly more vivid memories of topless women with
> > whips....r"
> > R. H. Draney recalls AFU in the Good Old Days.
http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r139/gmergner/
On Dec 29, 1:34 pm, "The Merg" <greg.merg...@gmail.com> wrote:
> I had to go rent the tool - I tried to push it down while my brother
> pulled he snap ring but it didn't work.
> I have the housing off now but I can't get to the bolts. I'm trying to
> use a 3/8" socket, and I can see two of the bolts but I just can't get
> to 'em. Should I go get a 1/4" socket or do I need to pull more off?
>
> I'm trying to use Earle's link as a guide:http://www.chevyasylum.com/column/tiltcol.html
> but it's a little vague on this part.
>
> On Dec 29, 11:30 am, Lee Ayrton <layr...@panix.com> wrote:
>
> > Ha. Not all of us have a vice on the end of each arm. I'm envious.
>
> > On Thu, 28 Dec 2006, Spdloader wrote:
> > > I simply take my left hand, compress the plate, then pick the snap ring off
> > > with a pick or tiny screwdriver.
> > > Takes about 15 seconds.
> > > Spdloader
>
> > > "The Merg" <greg.merg...@gmail.com> wrote in message
> > >news:1167334524.586802.44350@42g2000cwt.googlegro ups.com...
> > >> I'm working on the '92 Cherokee trying to fix the loose steering
> > >> column/tilt wheel. You guys were right - it's amazingly hard to get to
> > >> those three bolts to tighten the tilt wheel. I have the steering wheel
> > >> off, now I'm staring at the steering-wheel-ignition-lock-thingy - the
> > >> gear that locks the steering wheel when you turn off the ignition.
> > >> There is a snap ring holding the gear on that I can't get off, although
> > >> maybe I'm just not trying hard enough. Do I need to keep going
> > >> straight through here or do I need to be pulling the plastic housing
> > >> from around the steering column?
>
> > >> Pictures of what I'm looking at:
> > >>http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r139/gmergner/--
> > "I defer to your plainly more vivid memories of topless women with
> > whips....r"
> > R. H. Draney recalls AFU in the Good Old Days.
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Re: Tilt steering repair
Photos of what I'm looking at in the tilt wheel repair sub album:
http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r139/gmergner/
On Dec 29, 1:34 pm, "The Merg" <greg.merg...@gmail.com> wrote:
> I had to go rent the tool - I tried to push it down while my brother
> pulled he snap ring but it didn't work.
> I have the housing off now but I can't get to the bolts. I'm trying to
> use a 3/8" socket, and I can see two of the bolts but I just can't get
> to 'em. Should I go get a 1/4" socket or do I need to pull more off?
>
> I'm trying to use Earle's link as a guide:http://www.chevyasylum.com/column/tiltcol.html
> but it's a little vague on this part.
>
> On Dec 29, 11:30 am, Lee Ayrton <layr...@panix.com> wrote:
>
> > Ha. Not all of us have a vice on the end of each arm. I'm envious.
>
> > On Thu, 28 Dec 2006, Spdloader wrote:
> > > I simply take my left hand, compress the plate, then pick the snap ring off
> > > with a pick or tiny screwdriver.
> > > Takes about 15 seconds.
> > > Spdloader
>
> > > "The Merg" <greg.merg...@gmail.com> wrote in message
> > >news:1167334524.586802.44350@42g2000cwt.googlegro ups.com...
> > >> I'm working on the '92 Cherokee trying to fix the loose steering
> > >> column/tilt wheel. You guys were right - it's amazingly hard to get to
> > >> those three bolts to tighten the tilt wheel. I have the steering wheel
> > >> off, now I'm staring at the steering-wheel-ignition-lock-thingy - the
> > >> gear that locks the steering wheel when you turn off the ignition.
> > >> There is a snap ring holding the gear on that I can't get off, although
> > >> maybe I'm just not trying hard enough. Do I need to keep going
> > >> straight through here or do I need to be pulling the plastic housing
> > >> from around the steering column?
>
> > >> Pictures of what I'm looking at:
> > >>http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r139/gmergner/--
> > "I defer to your plainly more vivid memories of topless women with
> > whips....r"
> > R. H. Draney recalls AFU in the Good Old Days.
http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r139/gmergner/
On Dec 29, 1:34 pm, "The Merg" <greg.merg...@gmail.com> wrote:
> I had to go rent the tool - I tried to push it down while my brother
> pulled he snap ring but it didn't work.
> I have the housing off now but I can't get to the bolts. I'm trying to
> use a 3/8" socket, and I can see two of the bolts but I just can't get
> to 'em. Should I go get a 1/4" socket or do I need to pull more off?
>
> I'm trying to use Earle's link as a guide:http://www.chevyasylum.com/column/tiltcol.html
> but it's a little vague on this part.
>
> On Dec 29, 11:30 am, Lee Ayrton <layr...@panix.com> wrote:
>
> > Ha. Not all of us have a vice on the end of each arm. I'm envious.
>
> > On Thu, 28 Dec 2006, Spdloader wrote:
> > > I simply take my left hand, compress the plate, then pick the snap ring off
> > > with a pick or tiny screwdriver.
> > > Takes about 15 seconds.
> > > Spdloader
>
> > > "The Merg" <greg.merg...@gmail.com> wrote in message
> > >news:1167334524.586802.44350@42g2000cwt.googlegro ups.com...
> > >> I'm working on the '92 Cherokee trying to fix the loose steering
> > >> column/tilt wheel. You guys were right - it's amazingly hard to get to
> > >> those three bolts to tighten the tilt wheel. I have the steering wheel
> > >> off, now I'm staring at the steering-wheel-ignition-lock-thingy - the
> > >> gear that locks the steering wheel when you turn off the ignition.
> > >> There is a snap ring holding the gear on that I can't get off, although
> > >> maybe I'm just not trying hard enough. Do I need to keep going
> > >> straight through here or do I need to be pulling the plastic housing
> > >> from around the steering column?
>
> > >> Pictures of what I'm looking at:
> > >>http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r139/gmergner/--
> > "I defer to your plainly more vivid memories of topless women with
> > whips....r"
> > R. H. Draney recalls AFU in the Good Old Days.
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Re: Tilt steering repair
Photos of what I'm looking at in the tilt wheel repair sub album:
http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r139/gmergner/
On Dec 29, 1:34 pm, "The Merg" <greg.merg...@gmail.com> wrote:
> I had to go rent the tool - I tried to push it down while my brother
> pulled he snap ring but it didn't work.
> I have the housing off now but I can't get to the bolts. I'm trying to
> use a 3/8" socket, and I can see two of the bolts but I just can't get
> to 'em. Should I go get a 1/4" socket or do I need to pull more off?
>
> I'm trying to use Earle's link as a guide:http://www.chevyasylum.com/column/tiltcol.html
> but it's a little vague on this part.
>
> On Dec 29, 11:30 am, Lee Ayrton <layr...@panix.com> wrote:
>
> > Ha. Not all of us have a vice on the end of each arm. I'm envious.
>
> > On Thu, 28 Dec 2006, Spdloader wrote:
> > > I simply take my left hand, compress the plate, then pick the snap ring off
> > > with a pick or tiny screwdriver.
> > > Takes about 15 seconds.
> > > Spdloader
>
> > > "The Merg" <greg.merg...@gmail.com> wrote in message
> > >news:1167334524.586802.44350@42g2000cwt.googlegro ups.com...
> > >> I'm working on the '92 Cherokee trying to fix the loose steering
> > >> column/tilt wheel. You guys were right - it's amazingly hard to get to
> > >> those three bolts to tighten the tilt wheel. I have the steering wheel
> > >> off, now I'm staring at the steering-wheel-ignition-lock-thingy - the
> > >> gear that locks the steering wheel when you turn off the ignition.
> > >> There is a snap ring holding the gear on that I can't get off, although
> > >> maybe I'm just not trying hard enough. Do I need to keep going
> > >> straight through here or do I need to be pulling the plastic housing
> > >> from around the steering column?
>
> > >> Pictures of what I'm looking at:
> > >>http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r139/gmergner/--
> > "I defer to your plainly more vivid memories of topless women with
> > whips....r"
> > R. H. Draney recalls AFU in the Good Old Days.
http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r139/gmergner/
On Dec 29, 1:34 pm, "The Merg" <greg.merg...@gmail.com> wrote:
> I had to go rent the tool - I tried to push it down while my brother
> pulled he snap ring but it didn't work.
> I have the housing off now but I can't get to the bolts. I'm trying to
> use a 3/8" socket, and I can see two of the bolts but I just can't get
> to 'em. Should I go get a 1/4" socket or do I need to pull more off?
>
> I'm trying to use Earle's link as a guide:http://www.chevyasylum.com/column/tiltcol.html
> but it's a little vague on this part.
>
> On Dec 29, 11:30 am, Lee Ayrton <layr...@panix.com> wrote:
>
> > Ha. Not all of us have a vice on the end of each arm. I'm envious.
>
> > On Thu, 28 Dec 2006, Spdloader wrote:
> > > I simply take my left hand, compress the plate, then pick the snap ring off
> > > with a pick or tiny screwdriver.
> > > Takes about 15 seconds.
> > > Spdloader
>
> > > "The Merg" <greg.merg...@gmail.com> wrote in message
> > >news:1167334524.586802.44350@42g2000cwt.googlegro ups.com...
> > >> I'm working on the '92 Cherokee trying to fix the loose steering
> > >> column/tilt wheel. You guys were right - it's amazingly hard to get to
> > >> those three bolts to tighten the tilt wheel. I have the steering wheel
> > >> off, now I'm staring at the steering-wheel-ignition-lock-thingy - the
> > >> gear that locks the steering wheel when you turn off the ignition.
> > >> There is a snap ring holding the gear on that I can't get off, although
> > >> maybe I'm just not trying hard enough. Do I need to keep going
> > >> straight through here or do I need to be pulling the plastic housing
> > >> from around the steering column?
>
> > >> Pictures of what I'm looking at:
> > >>http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r139/gmergner/--
> > "I defer to your plainly more vivid memories of topless women with
> > whips....r"
> > R. H. Draney recalls AFU in the Good Old Days.
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Re: Tilt steering repair
Would tilting the wheel help? Sometimes one set can be had with the
wheel up and the other with the wheel tilted down.
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
(More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
The Merg wrote:
>
> I had to go rent the tool - I tried to push it down while my brother
> pulled he snap ring but it didn't work.
> I have the housing off now but I can't get to the bolts. I'm trying to
> use a 3/8" socket, and I can see two of the bolts but I just can't get
> to 'em. Should I go get a 1/4" socket or do I need to pull more off?
>
> I'm trying to use Earle's link as a guide:
> http://www.chevyasylum.com/column/tiltcol.html
> but it's a little vague on this part.
>
> On Dec 29, 11:30 am, Lee Ayrton <layr...@panix.com> wrote:
> > Ha. Not all of us have a vice on the end of each arm. I'm envious.
> >
> >
> >
> > On Thu, 28 Dec 2006, Spdloader wrote:
> > > I simply take my left hand, compress the plate, then pick the snap ring off
> > > with a pick or tiny screwdriver.
> > > Takes about 15 seconds.
> > > Spdloader
> >
> > > "The Merg" <greg.merg...@gmail.com> wrote in message
> > >news:1167334524.586802.44350@42g2000cwt.googlegro ups.com...
> > >> I'm working on the '92 Cherokee trying to fix the loose steering
> > >> column/tilt wheel. You guys were right - it's amazingly hard to get to
> > >> those three bolts to tighten the tilt wheel. I have the steering wheel
> > >> off, now I'm staring at the steering-wheel-ignition-lock-thingy - the
> > >> gear that locks the steering wheel when you turn off the ignition.
> > >> There is a snap ring holding the gear on that I can't get off, although
> > >> maybe I'm just not trying hard enough. Do I need to keep going
> > >> straight through here or do I need to be pulling the plastic housing
> > >> from around the steering column?
> >
> > >> Pictures of what I'm looking at:
> > >>http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r139/gmergner/--
> > "I defer to your plainly more vivid memories of topless women with
> > whips....r"
> > R. H. Draney recalls AFU in the Good Old Days.
wheel up and the other with the wheel tilted down.
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
(More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
The Merg wrote:
>
> I had to go rent the tool - I tried to push it down while my brother
> pulled he snap ring but it didn't work.
> I have the housing off now but I can't get to the bolts. I'm trying to
> use a 3/8" socket, and I can see two of the bolts but I just can't get
> to 'em. Should I go get a 1/4" socket or do I need to pull more off?
>
> I'm trying to use Earle's link as a guide:
> http://www.chevyasylum.com/column/tiltcol.html
> but it's a little vague on this part.
>
> On Dec 29, 11:30 am, Lee Ayrton <layr...@panix.com> wrote:
> > Ha. Not all of us have a vice on the end of each arm. I'm envious.
> >
> >
> >
> > On Thu, 28 Dec 2006, Spdloader wrote:
> > > I simply take my left hand, compress the plate, then pick the snap ring off
> > > with a pick or tiny screwdriver.
> > > Takes about 15 seconds.
> > > Spdloader
> >
> > > "The Merg" <greg.merg...@gmail.com> wrote in message
> > >news:1167334524.586802.44350@42g2000cwt.googlegro ups.com...
> > >> I'm working on the '92 Cherokee trying to fix the loose steering
> > >> column/tilt wheel. You guys were right - it's amazingly hard to get to
> > >> those three bolts to tighten the tilt wheel. I have the steering wheel
> > >> off, now I'm staring at the steering-wheel-ignition-lock-thingy - the
> > >> gear that locks the steering wheel when you turn off the ignition.
> > >> There is a snap ring holding the gear on that I can't get off, although
> > >> maybe I'm just not trying hard enough. Do I need to keep going
> > >> straight through here or do I need to be pulling the plastic housing
> > >> from around the steering column?
> >
> > >> Pictures of what I'm looking at:
> > >>http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r139/gmergner/--
> > "I defer to your plainly more vivid memories of topless women with
> > whips....r"
> > R. H. Draney recalls AFU in the Good Old Days.
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Re: Tilt steering repair
Would tilting the wheel help? Sometimes one set can be had with the
wheel up and the other with the wheel tilted down.
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
(More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
The Merg wrote:
>
> I had to go rent the tool - I tried to push it down while my brother
> pulled he snap ring but it didn't work.
> I have the housing off now but I can't get to the bolts. I'm trying to
> use a 3/8" socket, and I can see two of the bolts but I just can't get
> to 'em. Should I go get a 1/4" socket or do I need to pull more off?
>
> I'm trying to use Earle's link as a guide:
> http://www.chevyasylum.com/column/tiltcol.html
> but it's a little vague on this part.
>
> On Dec 29, 11:30 am, Lee Ayrton <layr...@panix.com> wrote:
> > Ha. Not all of us have a vice on the end of each arm. I'm envious.
> >
> >
> >
> > On Thu, 28 Dec 2006, Spdloader wrote:
> > > I simply take my left hand, compress the plate, then pick the snap ring off
> > > with a pick or tiny screwdriver.
> > > Takes about 15 seconds.
> > > Spdloader
> >
> > > "The Merg" <greg.merg...@gmail.com> wrote in message
> > >news:1167334524.586802.44350@42g2000cwt.googlegro ups.com...
> > >> I'm working on the '92 Cherokee trying to fix the loose steering
> > >> column/tilt wheel. You guys were right - it's amazingly hard to get to
> > >> those three bolts to tighten the tilt wheel. I have the steering wheel
> > >> off, now I'm staring at the steering-wheel-ignition-lock-thingy - the
> > >> gear that locks the steering wheel when you turn off the ignition.
> > >> There is a snap ring holding the gear on that I can't get off, although
> > >> maybe I'm just not trying hard enough. Do I need to keep going
> > >> straight through here or do I need to be pulling the plastic housing
> > >> from around the steering column?
> >
> > >> Pictures of what I'm looking at:
> > >>http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r139/gmergner/--
> > "I defer to your plainly more vivid memories of topless women with
> > whips....r"
> > R. H. Draney recalls AFU in the Good Old Days.
wheel up and the other with the wheel tilted down.
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
(More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
The Merg wrote:
>
> I had to go rent the tool - I tried to push it down while my brother
> pulled he snap ring but it didn't work.
> I have the housing off now but I can't get to the bolts. I'm trying to
> use a 3/8" socket, and I can see two of the bolts but I just can't get
> to 'em. Should I go get a 1/4" socket or do I need to pull more off?
>
> I'm trying to use Earle's link as a guide:
> http://www.chevyasylum.com/column/tiltcol.html
> but it's a little vague on this part.
>
> On Dec 29, 11:30 am, Lee Ayrton <layr...@panix.com> wrote:
> > Ha. Not all of us have a vice on the end of each arm. I'm envious.
> >
> >
> >
> > On Thu, 28 Dec 2006, Spdloader wrote:
> > > I simply take my left hand, compress the plate, then pick the snap ring off
> > > with a pick or tiny screwdriver.
> > > Takes about 15 seconds.
> > > Spdloader
> >
> > > "The Merg" <greg.merg...@gmail.com> wrote in message
> > >news:1167334524.586802.44350@42g2000cwt.googlegro ups.com...
> > >> I'm working on the '92 Cherokee trying to fix the loose steering
> > >> column/tilt wheel. You guys were right - it's amazingly hard to get to
> > >> those three bolts to tighten the tilt wheel. I have the steering wheel
> > >> off, now I'm staring at the steering-wheel-ignition-lock-thingy - the
> > >> gear that locks the steering wheel when you turn off the ignition.
> > >> There is a snap ring holding the gear on that I can't get off, although
> > >> maybe I'm just not trying hard enough. Do I need to keep going
> > >> straight through here or do I need to be pulling the plastic housing
> > >> from around the steering column?
> >
> > >> Pictures of what I'm looking at:
> > >>http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r139/gmergner/--
> > "I defer to your plainly more vivid memories of topless women with
> > whips....r"
> > R. H. Draney recalls AFU in the Good Old Days.
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Re: Tilt steering repair
Would tilting the wheel help? Sometimes one set can be had with the
wheel up and the other with the wheel tilted down.
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
(More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
The Merg wrote:
>
> I had to go rent the tool - I tried to push it down while my brother
> pulled he snap ring but it didn't work.
> I have the housing off now but I can't get to the bolts. I'm trying to
> use a 3/8" socket, and I can see two of the bolts but I just can't get
> to 'em. Should I go get a 1/4" socket or do I need to pull more off?
>
> I'm trying to use Earle's link as a guide:
> http://www.chevyasylum.com/column/tiltcol.html
> but it's a little vague on this part.
>
> On Dec 29, 11:30 am, Lee Ayrton <layr...@panix.com> wrote:
> > Ha. Not all of us have a vice on the end of each arm. I'm envious.
> >
> >
> >
> > On Thu, 28 Dec 2006, Spdloader wrote:
> > > I simply take my left hand, compress the plate, then pick the snap ring off
> > > with a pick or tiny screwdriver.
> > > Takes about 15 seconds.
> > > Spdloader
> >
> > > "The Merg" <greg.merg...@gmail.com> wrote in message
> > >news:1167334524.586802.44350@42g2000cwt.googlegro ups.com...
> > >> I'm working on the '92 Cherokee trying to fix the loose steering
> > >> column/tilt wheel. You guys were right - it's amazingly hard to get to
> > >> those three bolts to tighten the tilt wheel. I have the steering wheel
> > >> off, now I'm staring at the steering-wheel-ignition-lock-thingy - the
> > >> gear that locks the steering wheel when you turn off the ignition.
> > >> There is a snap ring holding the gear on that I can't get off, although
> > >> maybe I'm just not trying hard enough. Do I need to keep going
> > >> straight through here or do I need to be pulling the plastic housing
> > >> from around the steering column?
> >
> > >> Pictures of what I'm looking at:
> > >>http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r139/gmergner/--
> > "I defer to your plainly more vivid memories of topless women with
> > whips....r"
> > R. H. Draney recalls AFU in the Good Old Days.
wheel up and the other with the wheel tilted down.
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
(More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
The Merg wrote:
>
> I had to go rent the tool - I tried to push it down while my brother
> pulled he snap ring but it didn't work.
> I have the housing off now but I can't get to the bolts. I'm trying to
> use a 3/8" socket, and I can see two of the bolts but I just can't get
> to 'em. Should I go get a 1/4" socket or do I need to pull more off?
>
> I'm trying to use Earle's link as a guide:
> http://www.chevyasylum.com/column/tiltcol.html
> but it's a little vague on this part.
>
> On Dec 29, 11:30 am, Lee Ayrton <layr...@panix.com> wrote:
> > Ha. Not all of us have a vice on the end of each arm. I'm envious.
> >
> >
> >
> > On Thu, 28 Dec 2006, Spdloader wrote:
> > > I simply take my left hand, compress the plate, then pick the snap ring off
> > > with a pick or tiny screwdriver.
> > > Takes about 15 seconds.
> > > Spdloader
> >
> > > "The Merg" <greg.merg...@gmail.com> wrote in message
> > >news:1167334524.586802.44350@42g2000cwt.googlegro ups.com...
> > >> I'm working on the '92 Cherokee trying to fix the loose steering
> > >> column/tilt wheel. You guys were right - it's amazingly hard to get to
> > >> those three bolts to tighten the tilt wheel. I have the steering wheel
> > >> off, now I'm staring at the steering-wheel-ignition-lock-thingy - the
> > >> gear that locks the steering wheel when you turn off the ignition.
> > >> There is a snap ring holding the gear on that I can't get off, although
> > >> maybe I'm just not trying hard enough. Do I need to keep going
> > >> straight through here or do I need to be pulling the plastic housing
> > >> from around the steering column?
> >
> > >> Pictures of what I'm looking at:
> > >>http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r139/gmergner/--
> > "I defer to your plainly more vivid memories of topless women with
> > whips....r"
> > R. H. Draney recalls AFU in the Good Old Days.
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Re: Tilt steering repair
No, I still can't get in. I found this for what I'm trying to do:
"Now you are ready to pull the pivot pins out. There are two of them
going in the sides at about the 3:00 and 9:00 positions. They are about
3/8" in diameter and have a small hole threaded in the middle (#10-32 I
believe) I managed to break off a bolt in one of these which required
that I pull the entire steering column out to get the bolt drilled out
so be careful. The GM tool looks like this:
| |
| |<-----------threaded rod
| | |="===|" <------- nut
____________ | | | |<------ semi circle housing | ||
| | || | || ||<--------threads into pivot pin
To use this you thread it into the pivot pin. Make sure that the
housing is solidly against the column, not interfering with the pivot
pin. Tighten the nut down while holding the threaded rod still to pull
the pivot pin out.
The tool that I first tried to make was similar to the above using a
bolt and a socket. I do not know what went wrong exactly but I broke
the bolt off inside the pivot pin.
The guy that drilled out the bolt said that you can pull the pins by
threading a bolt in and prying up with a pair of pliers."
I tried using a bolt and nut but I couldn't find a nut big enough.
Auto Zone had no idea what I was talking about - they recommended I
call the local Jeep dealer for some advice. They were also no help.
So I'm going to try doing it myself again. Wish me luck.
Mike Romain wrote:
> Would tilting the wheel help? Sometimes one set can be had with the
> wheel up and the other with the wheel tilted down.
>
> Mike
> 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
> Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
> Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
> (More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
>
> The Merg wrote:
> >
> > I had to go rent the tool - I tried to push it down while my brother
> > pulled he snap ring but it didn't work.
> > I have the housing off now but I can't get to the bolts. I'm trying to
> > use a 3/8" socket, and I can see two of the bolts but I just can't get
> > to 'em. Should I go get a 1/4" socket or do I need to pull more off?
> >
> > I'm trying to use Earle's link as a guide:
> > http://www.chevyasylum.com/column/tiltcol.html
> > but it's a little vague on this part.
> >
> > On Dec 29, 11:30 am, Lee Ayrton <layr...@panix.com> wrote:
> > > Ha. Not all of us have a vice on the end of each arm. I'm envious.
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > On Thu, 28 Dec 2006, Spdloader wrote:
> > > > I simply take my left hand, compress the plate, then pick the snap ring off
> > > > with a pick or tiny screwdriver.
> > > > Takes about 15 seconds.
> > > > Spdloader
> > >
> > > > "The Merg" <greg.merg...@gmail.com> wrote in message
> > > >news:1167334524.586802.44350@42g2000cwt.googlegro ups.com...
> > > >> I'm working on the '92 Cherokee trying to fix the loose steering
> > > >> column/tilt wheel. You guys were right - it's amazingly hard to get to
> > > >> those three bolts to tighten the tilt wheel. I have the steering wheel
> > > >> off, now I'm staring at the steering-wheel-ignition-lock-thingy - the
> > > >> gear that locks the steering wheel when you turn off the ignition.
> > > >> There is a snap ring holding the gear on that I can't get off, although
> > > >> maybe I'm just not trying hard enough. Do I need to keep going
> > > >> straight through here or do I need to be pulling the plastic housing
> > > >> from around the steering column?
> > >
> > > >> Pictures of what I'm looking at:
> > > >>http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r139/gmergner/--
> > > "I defer to your plainly more vivid memories of topless women with
> > > whips....r"
> > > R. H. Draney recalls AFU in the Good Old Days.
"Now you are ready to pull the pivot pins out. There are two of them
going in the sides at about the 3:00 and 9:00 positions. They are about
3/8" in diameter and have a small hole threaded in the middle (#10-32 I
believe) I managed to break off a bolt in one of these which required
that I pull the entire steering column out to get the bolt drilled out
so be careful. The GM tool looks like this:
| |
| |<-----------threaded rod
| | |="===|" <------- nut
____________ | | | |<------ semi circle housing | ||
| | || | || ||<--------threads into pivot pin
To use this you thread it into the pivot pin. Make sure that the
housing is solidly against the column, not interfering with the pivot
pin. Tighten the nut down while holding the threaded rod still to pull
the pivot pin out.
The tool that I first tried to make was similar to the above using a
bolt and a socket. I do not know what went wrong exactly but I broke
the bolt off inside the pivot pin.
The guy that drilled out the bolt said that you can pull the pins by
threading a bolt in and prying up with a pair of pliers."
I tried using a bolt and nut but I couldn't find a nut big enough.
Auto Zone had no idea what I was talking about - they recommended I
call the local Jeep dealer for some advice. They were also no help.
So I'm going to try doing it myself again. Wish me luck.
Mike Romain wrote:
> Would tilting the wheel help? Sometimes one set can be had with the
> wheel up and the other with the wheel tilted down.
>
> Mike
> 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
> Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
> Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
> (More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
>
> The Merg wrote:
> >
> > I had to go rent the tool - I tried to push it down while my brother
> > pulled he snap ring but it didn't work.
> > I have the housing off now but I can't get to the bolts. I'm trying to
> > use a 3/8" socket, and I can see two of the bolts but I just can't get
> > to 'em. Should I go get a 1/4" socket or do I need to pull more off?
> >
> > I'm trying to use Earle's link as a guide:
> > http://www.chevyasylum.com/column/tiltcol.html
> > but it's a little vague on this part.
> >
> > On Dec 29, 11:30 am, Lee Ayrton <layr...@panix.com> wrote:
> > > Ha. Not all of us have a vice on the end of each arm. I'm envious.
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > On Thu, 28 Dec 2006, Spdloader wrote:
> > > > I simply take my left hand, compress the plate, then pick the snap ring off
> > > > with a pick or tiny screwdriver.
> > > > Takes about 15 seconds.
> > > > Spdloader
> > >
> > > > "The Merg" <greg.merg...@gmail.com> wrote in message
> > > >news:1167334524.586802.44350@42g2000cwt.googlegro ups.com...
> > > >> I'm working on the '92 Cherokee trying to fix the loose steering
> > > >> column/tilt wheel. You guys were right - it's amazingly hard to get to
> > > >> those three bolts to tighten the tilt wheel. I have the steering wheel
> > > >> off, now I'm staring at the steering-wheel-ignition-lock-thingy - the
> > > >> gear that locks the steering wheel when you turn off the ignition.
> > > >> There is a snap ring holding the gear on that I can't get off, although
> > > >> maybe I'm just not trying hard enough. Do I need to keep going
> > > >> straight through here or do I need to be pulling the plastic housing
> > > >> from around the steering column?
> > >
> > > >> Pictures of what I'm looking at:
> > > >>http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r139/gmergner/--
> > > "I defer to your plainly more vivid memories of topless women with
> > > whips....r"
> > > R. H. Draney recalls AFU in the Good Old Days.
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Re: Tilt steering repair
No, I still can't get in. I found this for what I'm trying to do:
"Now you are ready to pull the pivot pins out. There are two of them
going in the sides at about the 3:00 and 9:00 positions. They are about
3/8" in diameter and have a small hole threaded in the middle (#10-32 I
believe) I managed to break off a bolt in one of these which required
that I pull the entire steering column out to get the bolt drilled out
so be careful. The GM tool looks like this:
| |
| |<-----------threaded rod
| | |="===|" <------- nut
____________ | | | |<------ semi circle housing | ||
| | || | || ||<--------threads into pivot pin
To use this you thread it into the pivot pin. Make sure that the
housing is solidly against the column, not interfering with the pivot
pin. Tighten the nut down while holding the threaded rod still to pull
the pivot pin out.
The tool that I first tried to make was similar to the above using a
bolt and a socket. I do not know what went wrong exactly but I broke
the bolt off inside the pivot pin.
The guy that drilled out the bolt said that you can pull the pins by
threading a bolt in and prying up with a pair of pliers."
I tried using a bolt and nut but I couldn't find a nut big enough.
Auto Zone had no idea what I was talking about - they recommended I
call the local Jeep dealer for some advice. They were also no help.
So I'm going to try doing it myself again. Wish me luck.
Mike Romain wrote:
> Would tilting the wheel help? Sometimes one set can be had with the
> wheel up and the other with the wheel tilted down.
>
> Mike
> 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
> Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
> Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
> (More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
>
> The Merg wrote:
> >
> > I had to go rent the tool - I tried to push it down while my brother
> > pulled he snap ring but it didn't work.
> > I have the housing off now but I can't get to the bolts. I'm trying to
> > use a 3/8" socket, and I can see two of the bolts but I just can't get
> > to 'em. Should I go get a 1/4" socket or do I need to pull more off?
> >
> > I'm trying to use Earle's link as a guide:
> > http://www.chevyasylum.com/column/tiltcol.html
> > but it's a little vague on this part.
> >
> > On Dec 29, 11:30 am, Lee Ayrton <layr...@panix.com> wrote:
> > > Ha. Not all of us have a vice on the end of each arm. I'm envious.
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > On Thu, 28 Dec 2006, Spdloader wrote:
> > > > I simply take my left hand, compress the plate, then pick the snap ring off
> > > > with a pick or tiny screwdriver.
> > > > Takes about 15 seconds.
> > > > Spdloader
> > >
> > > > "The Merg" <greg.merg...@gmail.com> wrote in message
> > > >news:1167334524.586802.44350@42g2000cwt.googlegro ups.com...
> > > >> I'm working on the '92 Cherokee trying to fix the loose steering
> > > >> column/tilt wheel. You guys were right - it's amazingly hard to get to
> > > >> those three bolts to tighten the tilt wheel. I have the steering wheel
> > > >> off, now I'm staring at the steering-wheel-ignition-lock-thingy - the
> > > >> gear that locks the steering wheel when you turn off the ignition.
> > > >> There is a snap ring holding the gear on that I can't get off, although
> > > >> maybe I'm just not trying hard enough. Do I need to keep going
> > > >> straight through here or do I need to be pulling the plastic housing
> > > >> from around the steering column?
> > >
> > > >> Pictures of what I'm looking at:
> > > >>http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r139/gmergner/--
> > > "I defer to your plainly more vivid memories of topless women with
> > > whips....r"
> > > R. H. Draney recalls AFU in the Good Old Days.
"Now you are ready to pull the pivot pins out. There are two of them
going in the sides at about the 3:00 and 9:00 positions. They are about
3/8" in diameter and have a small hole threaded in the middle (#10-32 I
believe) I managed to break off a bolt in one of these which required
that I pull the entire steering column out to get the bolt drilled out
so be careful. The GM tool looks like this:
| |
| |<-----------threaded rod
| | |="===|" <------- nut
____________ | | | |<------ semi circle housing | ||
| | || | || ||<--------threads into pivot pin
To use this you thread it into the pivot pin. Make sure that the
housing is solidly against the column, not interfering with the pivot
pin. Tighten the nut down while holding the threaded rod still to pull
the pivot pin out.
The tool that I first tried to make was similar to the above using a
bolt and a socket. I do not know what went wrong exactly but I broke
the bolt off inside the pivot pin.
The guy that drilled out the bolt said that you can pull the pins by
threading a bolt in and prying up with a pair of pliers."
I tried using a bolt and nut but I couldn't find a nut big enough.
Auto Zone had no idea what I was talking about - they recommended I
call the local Jeep dealer for some advice. They were also no help.
So I'm going to try doing it myself again. Wish me luck.
Mike Romain wrote:
> Would tilting the wheel help? Sometimes one set can be had with the
> wheel up and the other with the wheel tilted down.
>
> Mike
> 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
> Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
> Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
> (More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
>
> The Merg wrote:
> >
> > I had to go rent the tool - I tried to push it down while my brother
> > pulled he snap ring but it didn't work.
> > I have the housing off now but I can't get to the bolts. I'm trying to
> > use a 3/8" socket, and I can see two of the bolts but I just can't get
> > to 'em. Should I go get a 1/4" socket or do I need to pull more off?
> >
> > I'm trying to use Earle's link as a guide:
> > http://www.chevyasylum.com/column/tiltcol.html
> > but it's a little vague on this part.
> >
> > On Dec 29, 11:30 am, Lee Ayrton <layr...@panix.com> wrote:
> > > Ha. Not all of us have a vice on the end of each arm. I'm envious.
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > On Thu, 28 Dec 2006, Spdloader wrote:
> > > > I simply take my left hand, compress the plate, then pick the snap ring off
> > > > with a pick or tiny screwdriver.
> > > > Takes about 15 seconds.
> > > > Spdloader
> > >
> > > > "The Merg" <greg.merg...@gmail.com> wrote in message
> > > >news:1167334524.586802.44350@42g2000cwt.googlegro ups.com...
> > > >> I'm working on the '92 Cherokee trying to fix the loose steering
> > > >> column/tilt wheel. You guys were right - it's amazingly hard to get to
> > > >> those three bolts to tighten the tilt wheel. I have the steering wheel
> > > >> off, now I'm staring at the steering-wheel-ignition-lock-thingy - the
> > > >> gear that locks the steering wheel when you turn off the ignition.
> > > >> There is a snap ring holding the gear on that I can't get off, although
> > > >> maybe I'm just not trying hard enough. Do I need to keep going
> > > >> straight through here or do I need to be pulling the plastic housing
> > > >> from around the steering column?
> > >
> > > >> Pictures of what I'm looking at:
> > > >>http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r139/gmergner/--
> > > "I defer to your plainly more vivid memories of topless women with
> > > whips....r"
> > > R. H. Draney recalls AFU in the Good Old Days.
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Re: Tilt steering repair
No, I still can't get in. I found this for what I'm trying to do:
"Now you are ready to pull the pivot pins out. There are two of them
going in the sides at about the 3:00 and 9:00 positions. They are about
3/8" in diameter and have a small hole threaded in the middle (#10-32 I
believe) I managed to break off a bolt in one of these which required
that I pull the entire steering column out to get the bolt drilled out
so be careful. The GM tool looks like this:
| |
| |<-----------threaded rod
| | |="===|" <------- nut
____________ | | | |<------ semi circle housing | ||
| | || | || ||<--------threads into pivot pin
To use this you thread it into the pivot pin. Make sure that the
housing is solidly against the column, not interfering with the pivot
pin. Tighten the nut down while holding the threaded rod still to pull
the pivot pin out.
The tool that I first tried to make was similar to the above using a
bolt and a socket. I do not know what went wrong exactly but I broke
the bolt off inside the pivot pin.
The guy that drilled out the bolt said that you can pull the pins by
threading a bolt in and prying up with a pair of pliers."
I tried using a bolt and nut but I couldn't find a nut big enough.
Auto Zone had no idea what I was talking about - they recommended I
call the local Jeep dealer for some advice. They were also no help.
So I'm going to try doing it myself again. Wish me luck.
Mike Romain wrote:
> Would tilting the wheel help? Sometimes one set can be had with the
> wheel up and the other with the wheel tilted down.
>
> Mike
> 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
> Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
> Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
> (More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
>
> The Merg wrote:
> >
> > I had to go rent the tool - I tried to push it down while my brother
> > pulled he snap ring but it didn't work.
> > I have the housing off now but I can't get to the bolts. I'm trying to
> > use a 3/8" socket, and I can see two of the bolts but I just can't get
> > to 'em. Should I go get a 1/4" socket or do I need to pull more off?
> >
> > I'm trying to use Earle's link as a guide:
> > http://www.chevyasylum.com/column/tiltcol.html
> > but it's a little vague on this part.
> >
> > On Dec 29, 11:30 am, Lee Ayrton <layr...@panix.com> wrote:
> > > Ha. Not all of us have a vice on the end of each arm. I'm envious.
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > On Thu, 28 Dec 2006, Spdloader wrote:
> > > > I simply take my left hand, compress the plate, then pick the snap ring off
> > > > with a pick or tiny screwdriver.
> > > > Takes about 15 seconds.
> > > > Spdloader
> > >
> > > > "The Merg" <greg.merg...@gmail.com> wrote in message
> > > >news:1167334524.586802.44350@42g2000cwt.googlegro ups.com...
> > > >> I'm working on the '92 Cherokee trying to fix the loose steering
> > > >> column/tilt wheel. You guys were right - it's amazingly hard to get to
> > > >> those three bolts to tighten the tilt wheel. I have the steering wheel
> > > >> off, now I'm staring at the steering-wheel-ignition-lock-thingy - the
> > > >> gear that locks the steering wheel when you turn off the ignition.
> > > >> There is a snap ring holding the gear on that I can't get off, although
> > > >> maybe I'm just not trying hard enough. Do I need to keep going
> > > >> straight through here or do I need to be pulling the plastic housing
> > > >> from around the steering column?
> > >
> > > >> Pictures of what I'm looking at:
> > > >>http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r139/gmergner/--
> > > "I defer to your plainly more vivid memories of topless women with
> > > whips....r"
> > > R. H. Draney recalls AFU in the Good Old Days.
"Now you are ready to pull the pivot pins out. There are two of them
going in the sides at about the 3:00 and 9:00 positions. They are about
3/8" in diameter and have a small hole threaded in the middle (#10-32 I
believe) I managed to break off a bolt in one of these which required
that I pull the entire steering column out to get the bolt drilled out
so be careful. The GM tool looks like this:
| |
| |<-----------threaded rod
| | |="===|" <------- nut
____________ | | | |<------ semi circle housing | ||
| | || | || ||<--------threads into pivot pin
To use this you thread it into the pivot pin. Make sure that the
housing is solidly against the column, not interfering with the pivot
pin. Tighten the nut down while holding the threaded rod still to pull
the pivot pin out.
The tool that I first tried to make was similar to the above using a
bolt and a socket. I do not know what went wrong exactly but I broke
the bolt off inside the pivot pin.
The guy that drilled out the bolt said that you can pull the pins by
threading a bolt in and prying up with a pair of pliers."
I tried using a bolt and nut but I couldn't find a nut big enough.
Auto Zone had no idea what I was talking about - they recommended I
call the local Jeep dealer for some advice. They were also no help.
So I'm going to try doing it myself again. Wish me luck.
Mike Romain wrote:
> Would tilting the wheel help? Sometimes one set can be had with the
> wheel up and the other with the wheel tilted down.
>
> Mike
> 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
> Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
> Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
> (More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
>
> The Merg wrote:
> >
> > I had to go rent the tool - I tried to push it down while my brother
> > pulled he snap ring but it didn't work.
> > I have the housing off now but I can't get to the bolts. I'm trying to
> > use a 3/8" socket, and I can see two of the bolts but I just can't get
> > to 'em. Should I go get a 1/4" socket or do I need to pull more off?
> >
> > I'm trying to use Earle's link as a guide:
> > http://www.chevyasylum.com/column/tiltcol.html
> > but it's a little vague on this part.
> >
> > On Dec 29, 11:30 am, Lee Ayrton <layr...@panix.com> wrote:
> > > Ha. Not all of us have a vice on the end of each arm. I'm envious.
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > On Thu, 28 Dec 2006, Spdloader wrote:
> > > > I simply take my left hand, compress the plate, then pick the snap ring off
> > > > with a pick or tiny screwdriver.
> > > > Takes about 15 seconds.
> > > > Spdloader
> > >
> > > > "The Merg" <greg.merg...@gmail.com> wrote in message
> > > >news:1167334524.586802.44350@42g2000cwt.googlegro ups.com...
> > > >> I'm working on the '92 Cherokee trying to fix the loose steering
> > > >> column/tilt wheel. You guys were right - it's amazingly hard to get to
> > > >> those three bolts to tighten the tilt wheel. I have the steering wheel
> > > >> off, now I'm staring at the steering-wheel-ignition-lock-thingy - the
> > > >> gear that locks the steering wheel when you turn off the ignition.
> > > >> There is a snap ring holding the gear on that I can't get off, although
> > > >> maybe I'm just not trying hard enough. Do I need to keep going
> > > >> straight through here or do I need to be pulling the plastic housing
> > > >> from around the steering column?
> > >
> > > >> Pictures of what I'm looking at:
> > > >>http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r139/gmergner/--
> > > "I defer to your plainly more vivid memories of topless women with
> > > whips....r"
> > > R. H. Draney recalls AFU in the Good Old Days.