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rotorwrench · 02-24-2025, 08:13 PM

Most all steering gears are rated for condition by the play in the steering wheel. If turning play is minimal then it likely won't need an overhaul. There are few gaskets on this type. Worn sector gear bushings can cause leakage there where the shaft exits the case. Look to see where the leak is coming from and you will know where to do some work to seal it better. The 7-tooth is less complicated than the 2-tooth but it is not more simple to overhaul. Putting the spark and throttle rods back in is easier if you pull the top bushing but those can be a PITA to replace. Most old original zinc bushings tend to weld themselves in there. The reproduction aluminum ones are better but still pretty tight.

02-24-2025, 08:13 PM	#2
rotorwrench Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 17,411	Re: Another 7 tooth Steering Question Most all steering gears are rated for condition by the play in the steering wheel. If turning play is minimal then it likely won't need an overhaul. There are few gaskets on this type. Worn sector gear bushings can cause leakage there where the shaft exits the case. Look to see where the leak is coming from and you will know where to do some work to seal it better. The 7-tooth is less complicated than the 2-tooth but it is not more simple to overhaul. Putting the spark and throttle rods back in is easier if you pull the top bushing but those can be a PITA to replace. Most old original zinc bushings tend to weld themselves in there. The reproduction aluminum ones are better but still pretty tight.