How do you guy's reinstall the steering coupler to the steering box shaft? I had to use a prybar to remove it. I put a c-clamp on to try to get some leverage but so far only got it on half way.
There is only one slot the coupler will fit on. 1 spline is bigger on the box and coupler. Clean everything real good and it should slide on. Hard to see it but you have to find it and it's best to mark it so you know it's lined up right.
Yes: The coupler has a fine notch filed in it that has to correspond with the master spline on the steering shaft. It should slide on by hand if everything is clean and the splines aren't burred up.
Sheldon hit the nail on the head....have everything cleaned real nice, once lined up properly, you should be able to get it started and on most of the way by hand then maybe some light persuasion with a rubber mallet or something similar ?
I see a space on the box where there are no splines but the coupler looks to have them all the way around. Would the coupler still be able to go half way on ?
Quote from: wimpy on March 23, 2020, 10:49:28 AM
I see a space on the box where there are no splines but the coupler looks to have them all the way around. Would the coupler still be able to go half way on ?
The large blank area of the steering box shaft is where the split pin goes between the two spline sections.
On the spline itself is a "main spline" which is about 1/16 wide flat surface that will match up to the main spline in the coupler. (LOOK CLOSELY)
Ok i'll take another look, I would hope with the wheels heading straight forward an the steering wheel clocked correct it wouldn't be hard to see.
The pin is removed correct?
Quote from: wimpy on March 23, 2020, 10:49:28 AM
I see a space on the box where there are no splines but the coupler looks to have them all the way around. Would the coupler still be able to go half way on ?
I have an aftermarket coupler without a master spline. I took a 90* square over the pin hole at the rear that holds the shoes on and it aligns with the notch for the master spline on an OEM coupler. Since my aftermarket coupler does not have a notch I used the square to mark a substitute for the notch. Put a mark there and installed the coupler over the steering gear master spline. The coupler slid on without effort.
I was able to locate master spline on both pieces,but still not a slip on fit. Also the splines look a little boogered up, probably why the coupler needed to be pried off to start with. Any suggestions on how to clean them up?
A thin points file, sometimes running a knife through will clean them up too. I've hammered a wood chisel through them to clean them as well.
A small V file comes to mind. :alan2cents:
:iagree:
A 6-inch triangle file with fine cut worked for me...
For the cost, a set like this has been invaluable for fixing bolt threads, splines, and such..
https://www.harborfreight.com/needle-file-set-10-pc-69876.html
Quote from: JS29 on March 25, 2020, 05:28:10 AM
A small V file comes to mind. :alan2cents:
Do you think a small jewelers v type file would work? Maybe that type wouldn't have enough abrasive filing power for the couplers metal?
if all else fails.... :whiteflag:
https://www.rosevillemoparts.com/product/steering-coupler-body-63-76-with-3_4-shaft-hole/
https://www.rosevillemoparts.com/product/steering-coupler-body/
Quote from: Brads70 on March 25, 2020, 10:36:45 AM
if all else fails.... :whiteflag:
https://www.rosevillemoparts.com/product/steering-coupler-body-63-76-with-3_4-shaft-hole/
https://www.rosevillemoparts.com/product/steering-coupler-body/
OK so witch one 3 inch or 3 1/2 inch one ?
Well I would call & ask assuming they are there
I know there are different diameters depending on manual or power steering
They will have the experience to help you & measure your diameter before calling them
I hope it is the $70 one , the other is stupid expensive :Thud:
Quote from: wimpy on March 25, 2020, 12:58:05 PM
Quote from: Brads70 on March 25, 2020, 10:36:45 AM
if all else fails.... :whiteflag:
https://www.rosevillemoparts.com/product/steering-coupler-body-63-76-with-3_4-shaft-hole/
https://www.rosevillemoparts.com/product/steering-coupler-body/
OK so witch one 3 inch or 3 1/2 inch one ?
Can you measure what you have now to see? The one in my car measures 3 1/2 if that helps? 1970 Challenger
Quote from: Brads70 on March 25, 2020, 03:22:05 PM
Quote from: wimpy on March 25, 2020, 12:58:05 PM
Quote from: Brads70 on March 25, 2020, 10:36:45 AM
if all else fails.... :whiteflag:
https://www.rosevillemoparts.com/product/steering-coupler-body-63-76-with-3_4-shaft-hole/
https://www.rosevillemoparts.com/product/steering-coupler-body/
OK so witch one 3 inch or 3 1/2 inch one ?
this one is 3 inch, any idea why they list 2 different sizes.
Can you measure what you have now to see? The one in my car measures 3 1/2 if that helps? 1970 Challenger
Quote from: wimpy on March 25, 2020, 04:45:24 PM
Quote from: Brads70 on March 25, 2020, 03:22:05 PM
Quote from: wimpy on March 25, 2020, 12:58:05 PM
Quote from: Brads70 on March 25, 2020, 10:36:45 AM
if all else fails.... :whiteflag:
https://www.rosevillemoparts.com/product/steering-coupler-body-63-76-with-3_4-shaft-hole/
https://www.rosevillemoparts.com/product/steering-coupler-body/
OK so witch one 3 inch or 3 1/2 inch one ?
this one is 3 inch, any idea why they list 2 different sizes.
Can you measure what you have now to see? The one in my car measures 3 1/2 if that helps? 1970 Challenger
Good question! I have no idea why there is 2 different sizes? :notsure:
My '70 RT 383 with power steering is 3". I thought 3.5" was for manual.
Well she's on, thanks to a crowbar and piece of wood , the big problem I had was finding the master spline on the coupler. The coupler is 3 inch. Still don't know why 2 different lengths, I think I read somewhere the manual box has a larger diameter gear. Anyhow thanks to everyone's help and guidance with this.
Manual steering input shaft is bigger so that's why the coupler is different.
Quote from: RUNCHARGER on March 26, 2020, 01:43:07 PM
Manual steering input shaft is bigger so that's why the coupler is different.
:wave: Just trying to learn..... Ok so the spline bore/diameter if you will is bigger on a manual car.
Ok I got that but why the 2 different lengths of couplers? Mine is 3 1/2" and bc3j has a 3"
Is it a Cuda vs Challenger thing? :notsure:
Also both the links from Roseville say for power steering but have different lengths?
Not sure on the length Brad.
:thinking: mine originally was a column shift and I converted it to a floor shift. Bought a used column etc.... so mine might not be " correct " but it all works ok? I'n pretty sure my current column is not correct for a 70 but a later one as it doesn't have the lever to remove key thing.
Just throwing that info out there if it helps solve the " why 2 different lengths " thing?
Is it a truck verses car thing? I have 2 power steering and 1 manual steering couplers all 3" long
Yes: I think it may be a truck thing. They used those couplers into the 80's I believe but I don't have one here to look at.
Here's my original coupler.