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JP31 · 11-23-2019, 08:20 PM

What do I need to take apart the steering column to install the anti-rattle felts. I guess I need a step by step and what to watch out for. Also how long should it take to perform this repairs. What else should I consider doing while I have it apart.

Thanks

Gary WA · 11-23-2019, 11:30 PM

Model A Ford Mechanics Handbook Vol I Les Andrews- steering section how to!

Mike Peters · 11-24-2019, 07:33 AM

If you are referring to the spark and throttle control rod anti rattle felts, that is a big job, and Les Andrews walks you through it, as stated above. Is the steering loose? If so, you might consider rebuilding the entire steering box. That requires removing the steering column from the car. Reassembling your rebuilt steering column will be the best time to install the control rod anti rattlers.

JP31 · 11-24-2019, 07:47 AM

I just need the anti-rattle. I also have a convertible which would help if I have to pull the entire steering column.

Mike Peters · 11-24-2019, 09:05 AM

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With a roadster or Phaeton, you can pull the light switch rod all the way out of the steering column without having to remove the entire steering column. Just lower the top. You can't do this with a closed car. Your biggest obstacle may be pulling the upper steering column bushing after removing the light switch rod and steering wheel. If damaged from removing, you will need to buy a new upper bushing where the spark and throttle rods go through.

11-23-2019, 08:20 PM	#1
JP31 Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Posts: 41	Steps to install anti-rattle felt in steering column What do I need to take apart the steering column to install the anti-rattle felts. I guess I need a step by step and what to watch out for. Also how long should it take to perform this repairs. What else should I consider doing while I have it apart. Thanks

11-23-2019, 11:30 PM	#2
Gary WA Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Clinton,WA/Whidbey Island Posts: 4,101	Re: Steps to install anti-rattle felt in steering column Model A Ford Mechanics Handbook Vol I Les Andrews- steering section how to! __________________ www.whidbeymodelaclub.com

11-24-2019, 07:33 AM	#3
Mike Peters Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: South East Wisconsin Posts: 1,279	Re: Steps to install anti-rattle felt in steering column If you are referring to the spark and throttle control rod anti rattle felts, that is a big job, and Les Andrews walks you through it, as stated above. Is the steering loose? If so, you might consider rebuilding the entire steering box. That requires removing the steering column from the car. Reassembling your rebuilt steering column will be the best time to install the control rod anti rattlers.

11-24-2019, 07:47 AM	#4
JP31 Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Posts: 41	Re: Steps to install anti-rattle felt in steering column I just need the anti-rattle. I also have a convertible which would help if I have to pull the entire steering column.

11-24-2019, 09:05 AM	#5
Mike Peters Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: South East Wisconsin Posts: 1,279	Re: Steps to install anti-rattle felt in steering column Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) With a roadster or Phaeton, you can pull the light switch rod all the way out of the steering column without having to remove the entire steering column. Just lower the top. You can't do this with a closed car. Your biggest obstacle may be pulling the upper steering column bushing after removing the light switch rod and steering wheel. If damaged from removing, you will need to buy a new upper bushing where the spark and throttle rods go through.