What to do with the Steering Column During a C1 Body Drop

[Richard J.]

[Joe R.]

Re: What to do with the Steering Column During a C1 Body Drop

Richard,

You will have to remove the steering column and install it after the body drop. It could be done if you bring the body at an angle but it is just easier to remove it prior to the body drop. Jack up the front and slip the tube into the hole in the firewall and attach the gear box to the frame. A lot easier with the steering column removed.

JR

[Mike M.]

Re: What to do with the Steering Column During a C1 Body Drop

i install the steering col thru the firewall before body drop. secure the col to the left inner skirt/core support with bungie cords etc to stabilize it as the body is dropped. mike

[Eric E.]

Re: What to do with the Steering Column During a C1 Body Drop

I removed the steering column w/gear box through the grill opening with the radiator out. The engine was out at this point so I am not sure if that same process will work if the engine is already installed in the chassis. Eric

[Bill W.]

Re: What to do with the Steering Column During a C1 Body Drop

I do it the same way as Mike M.

[Richard J.]

Re: What to do with the Steering Column During a C1 Body Drop

Thanks Mike, I'll take your advice and lower the column with the body. Best regards, Rick

[Joe R.]

Re: What to do with the Steering Column During a C1 Body Drop

i install the steering col thru the firewall before body drop. secure the col to the left inner skirt/core support with bungie cords etc to stabilize it as the body is dropped. mike

Great tip Mike! Going to try that next time!

JR