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Old 09-01-2012, 01:04 PM
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I have placed a wheel bearing in the top of both 1450 steering columns. Neither is tight like the plastic bearing was. Is there a way to get these bearings tight other than expoxy them in? Center punch around the outside of the column?
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Old 09-01-2012, 01:11 PM
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What I did was took some very dense foam and cut a washer to fit between then bearing and the bottom of the steering wheel. This helps to hold the bearing in place and gives a nice, finished look. A little bit of black silicone around the outside of the bearing and inside the steering column tube doesn't hurt, either.

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Old 09-01-2012, 01:35 PM
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I'm also have problems with the front wheels. The bearings are snug, but not tight. I purchased 6 RBC bearings, RF122214PP, flanged bearings. The wheels are in rough shape. the old bearings were actually cracked in several places.
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Old 09-01-2012, 01:45 PM
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Problem with front wheels is the wheels. I cleaned them with brake cleaner and they look like they were used with no bearings in them. Front spindles are grooved also.
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@ CDLong, On my 104 I wrapped several strips of aluminum duct tape around the bearing till it was built up enough. Works great,. Chris
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Thanks Chris, I'll have to try that.
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I made 4 small slots in the top of the tube with a hack saw, put in the bearing and then used an hd hose clamp to lock it in place.
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