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10-03-2023, 06:31 PM | #1 |
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Steering Support Bracket Question
I have a 30 Coupe and although I have not had any issues with fuel leaks resulting from the steering support bracket riveted to the gas tank, I am thinking about getting the 1931 version that fastens to the dash rail. Does this mean I would need to remove the original bracket or would it be ok to use both brackets? Thanks.
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10-03-2023, 07:06 PM | #2 |
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Re: Steering Support Bracket Question
A friend installed one in his 28. He removed the bottom bracket from the original. He had to drill 1 hole if I remember correctly.
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10-03-2023, 07:39 PM | #3 |
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Re: Steering Support Bracket Question
You can leave the gas tank 1/2 in, just don't use the lower 1/2, might ad MORE stress to the gas tank.
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10-03-2023, 07:51 PM | #4 |
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Re: Steering Support Bracket Question
Take the bolts out and remove the bottom bracket and go on down the road.
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10-03-2023, 09:01 PM | #6 |
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10-03-2023, 09:47 PM | #7 |
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Re: Steering Support Bracket Question
simply leave the rubber gasket out of the lower.
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10-04-2023, 05:59 AM | #8 |
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Re: Steering Support Bracket Question
Best thing I ever did in a long time. When I was done with my install,
I watched as I pulled on the wheel to see if the new bracket totally kept the steering column from touching the old half of the riveted bracket. Nope, no touch. Like some already said, remove the lower half & rubber from that and the upper, and it should be good. You will reuse the lower piece on the new bracket of course. Now when you climb in there, your not worried about those 80 year old rivets causing a leak down the road. The bracket comes a little rough, so I polished it smooth. Painted it the color of the dash so it blends right in.
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10-04-2023, 06:12 AM | #9 |
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50 years ago when I restored my car it came with leakage stains at the bracket, it got resoldered, still no leaks.
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10-04-2023, 06:36 AM | #10 |
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So I can use the original lower section half on the new bracket? That would be good and save a few dollars.
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10-04-2023, 08:36 AM | #11 |
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Here is the bracket change in my Victoria. I left the old bracket on the tank in place.
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10-04-2023, 10:38 AM | #13 |
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Re: Steering Support Bracket Question
A good topic and a good reminder not to use the steering wheel to help you into the front seat. I use the windshield knob if I need a boost.
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