Sent: Wednesday, July 07, 2004 11:07
PM
Subject: Re: IML: Source for '59 steering
column bearing
I would like to thank those who sent a reply
to my quest to fix my steering problem. I believe the problem is near the top
of the steering column somewhere close to the base of the wheel. I recently
had the steering box replaced, and from the wobble I believe something has
given way near the top of the column. The wheel is also able to be pulled out
slightly toward the driver. This is not just a slight wobble, but I am able to
move the wheel from side to side about six inches, which is why I think it is
a bearing or bushing of some sort, and not related to any of the suspension or
lower steering areas. The car is also running on fairly new radial tires. I
was able to locate a shop called Steering Columns Galore, but it was too late
to call today, so I will try them tomorrow.
Bill '59
Crown