Re: stering column

Posted by HH56 On 2012/12/16 11:02:47

Don't have a 55 to look at but looking at a 56 HT don't think it is possible from the top even with the short shaft box. The exhaust manifold is too far over to let it drop down between the frame and manifold.

On a regular car I think it can be done from below but would involve disconnecting the steering linkage from the left side and letting it drop. It might even be better to go ahead and remove it completely. The box looks like it would then fit above the bar farther forward and could slide back into position. If there is extra bracing for the convertible in that area then maybe that is not an option. I don't know where all the extra convertible structure is located other than some by the body behind the steering box.

Another question would be if the extra width of the column already installed would interfere when maneuvering and trying to run the shaft past the frame into the opening. Think it would be easier to just be handling the box and shaft only -- certainly less chance of putting a ding in a nicely finished column. Once the box was up and held with one bolt the shaft would be maneuverable and column could be reinstalled from the inside.