68 steering box.....

[Terry F.]

This may have been discussed but in the 68 judging manual it mentions that the steering box should have an aluminum cover. I seem to recall my car having a cast iron cover. In my frequent visits to the junk yards over the years (none recently), I recall later cars having the aluminum covers?? I bet that is a mistake. Terry

[Gene M.]

Re: 68 steering box.....

Cast iron is correct original

[Joe L.]

Re: 68 steering box.....

Terry-----

The JG will need to be revised to be more clear on this point in future editions. 1968 Corvettes used a steering box with a cast iron cover, just like the one used for 63-67. For 1969, the cover changed to the aluminum version described in the JG. However, very early 1969's may have used the cast iron cover, too. I do know, though, that an original owner, known-original 1969 built in October, 1968 has the aluminum cover.

[Steve Wallach]

Re: 68 steering box.....

My 68 box has a cast iron cap, but I'm not sure it is the original?
What numbers should be cast / stamped into the cover?

Thanks,

Steve

[Dick W.]

Re: 68 steering box.....

Joe, that comment has been duly noted. We have been looking at that item.

[Joe L.]

Re: 68 steering box.....

Steve----

The casting number "5666723" should be seen on the cover. Also, there should be the word "CHECK" and "LUBE" with arrows pointing to cover retaining screw holes.

[Steve Wallach]

Re: 68 steering box.....

Hi Joe,

Thanks, On the cap, I can clearly see (cast) 23 then more to the center 6723 and what appears to be 71 stamped into the cover.
I do see the arrows and CHECK and LUBE.

Thanks Again,

Steve