Jet steering

[Deleted User]
[Deleted User]
edited November -1 in HUDSON
How do you adjust the steering wheel play on my jet, do you have to take the adjusting lock nut off, then remove the plate (4 bolts) to get to the adjustment? :confused:The manual is not clear to me or I am just having another one of those senior moments.



Thanks, Barry Smedley

53' Super Jet:D

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  • Unknown
    Unknown
    If it's like any other I've ever seen except the anceint stuff where they used shims, Loosen the outer lock nut and turn in the screw/bolt which ever it is locking in the center of it to reduce clearance. Being they wear most in the center on old stuff I aim for zero clearance with the steering wheel turned 1/8 turn less than far right and left and learn to live with what ever the center is or replace some parts if too bad. Check your adjustment with the lock nut tight. BUD
  • Geoff
    Geoff Senior Contributor
    Barry, it is important that you remove the drag link when checking the steering play, as you can then feel the backlash in the drop arm. You need to take the dust cover off, which will allow you to lift the lock washer off. You can then trun the adjustment screw in. check the play of the drop arm in the straight ahead position. when there is zero backlash, re-install the lock washer and dust cover, and check through the whole movement that there is no binding. Good luck,

    Geoff.
  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User]
    Thanks Guys, another question, What kind of grease or oil is best for the the steering box. I use jack oil in my Crosley steering.



    Barry Smedley

    53' Super Jet
  • Unknown
    Unknown
    I use multi viscosity gear oil Bud
  • Geoff
    Geoff Senior Contributor
    Don't ever use grease! The book specifies EP90 gear oil, but it is permissible to go up a grade to 140.

    Geoff
  • Sarah Young
    Sarah Young Senior Contributor
    Barry, you ask some great technical questions. Hearing everyones input is great for troubleshooting!
  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User]
    Thank you Sarah,:) I am sure there will be a lot more to come. This forum is great EVERYBODY HAS BEEN GREAT HELP! :D::If it wasn't for everybody on here, I would still be trying to get my Jet apart! :eek:



    THANK ALL OF YOU!!!! :):D



    Barry Smedley

    53' Super Jet

    and a bunch of Crosley's
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