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Old 11-09-2020, 11:49 AM   #9
carguybill
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Default Re: Removing upper steering shaft grommet

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Originally Posted by Bill OH View Post
I drilled my bushing many times with 1/8th inch bit and took it out in pieces and the crumbs I sucked out by placing the hose down over the shaft. I installed a wheel barrow bearing - perfect fit - the bearing has a flange on it. Your hardware can supply the bearing.

Thanks Bill OH. After trying many other techniques without success I used your drilling and vacuuming technique and it worked well. I was concerned about small pieces getting down into the lock mechanism or even down into the steering box but I was pleasantly surprised to find a block off above the lock mechanism on my '34.
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