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1974 Steering Column Rebuild

Started by mopar1, June 28, 2023, 11:54:50 AM

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mopar1

I am getting ready to rebuild the column in my 1974 'Cuda and when searching for parts for it, specifically bearings, I see applications listed for 70-73, but nothing on 74.  @Cuda Cody , I've watched your restoration series on columns and it was quite informative.  Do you have any tips for what to do on a 74 column for those parts? I don't want to disassemble it until I have the necessary repair parts in hand, just in case something is damaged or crumbles apart during disassembly.

I've seen this bearing recommended over on the A-body forum

https://www.forabodiesonly.com/mopar/threads/steering-column-lower-bearing.414531/
1972 Duster- /6 auto
1974 Cuda- 340, 4 speed, 4.10 Dana 60
1969 D300- 318, 4 speed 4.88 Dana 70
1969 Super Bee- 383 4 speed 3.23 8 3/4

usraptor

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When I rebuilt the steering column on my manual floor shift '70 'Cuda I installed one of these ER16 flange bearing in the bottom of the steering column and it greatly reduced/eliminated the slop in  the steering as well as in the steering column/wheel.  I highly recommend it and I believe this bearing is cheaper than the original plastic parts so it's a win-win.  If I read this thread correctly, he made this modification on a '74 column.  Good luck! :bigthumb:

http://www.cuda-challenger.com/cc/index.php?topic=91398.0

anlauto

Wouldn't your column serve as the best reference as to what part it needs ? I think 74 is unique isn't it ?
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