Re: 1937 115C Steering Issue

Posted by Gary Kulp On 2015/4/8 16:42:28

Unlike most other steering boxes Packard used shims under the steering sector gear,so to move it down for deeper mesh with the worm you will have to keep removing shim till you get all the play out. Make sure you measure this in the center position.count turns lock to lock with the steering arm disconnected and turn it back half the turns on the steering wheel(steerings are always measured in the center position for play)Do this all before you pull the top cover off to remove any shims.
Check your drag link and see if the springs might be broken or not adjusted right. The ball on the center crank arm or at the other end on the pitman(steering box arm) could also be worn oval.

Also check your 4 tie rod ends for looseness.