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Steering gearbox adjustment
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Steering gearbox adjustment
Have a '56 Continental, new purchase. The steering gearbox has a bit of play in it. Is there adjustment on the gearbox?
Re: Steering gearbox adjustment
No adjustment that I know of. Can you post a photo of the steering box ?
Can you describe what is happening in more detail ?
Mark
Can you describe what is happening in more detail ?
Mark
1953 CC Rocket Runabout "Rocket Man"
Re: Steering gearbox adjustment
The steering gear is made by company called Gemmer and they were a parts supplier to Ford and other car manufacturers back in the day. It is a standard worm gear and sector with bearings and bushings, nothing too complicated. There should be a screw and nut at one end with a star shaped lock washer. You can try turning the screw in to see if the play is reduced, but you really should disassemble the gear to look at the internals. Lack of lubrication can cause wear. I just rebuilt the one in my '53 Sportsman and most parts are still available from old Ford parts suppliers. You don't want this to be too tight as it could affect steering when you need it the most!
Most people refill with high pressure grease rather than heavy oil to eliminate leaks. Since we don't use our boats in freezing weather, the cold grease won't affect steering like in a car.
Most people refill with high pressure grease rather than heavy oil to eliminate leaks. Since we don't use our boats in freezing weather, the cold grease won't affect steering like in a car.
Last edited by Bilge Rat on Mon Sep 17, 2018 7:38 am, edited 1 time in total.
1966 Lyman Cruisette 25 foot "Serenity Now!"
1953 Chris Craft Sportsman 22 foot "Summerwind"
1953 Chris Craft Sportsman 22 foot "Summerwind"
Re: Steering gearbox adjustment
This is the adjustment screw with a cap over the slotted screw. Remove the cap, remove the star lock washer to turn the screw.
1966 Lyman Cruisette 25 foot "Serenity Now!"
1953 Chris Craft Sportsman 22 foot "Summerwind"
1953 Chris Craft Sportsman 22 foot "Summerwind"
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