The 'E' Type Forum

Column out, stripped everything down. UJs were fine, cleaned it all and re-attached everything but still there. Problem proved to be in column with the top bush - all looked fine (no visible damage/scoring, etc) so finally resorted to a little light lubrication. Problem gone. Took a couple of strip-...

Many thanks to both for the feedback. The problem is better described as initial stickiness on getting the steering moving. It's barely noticeable on first use but definitely gets worse as heat rises requiring the 2 handed effort at its worst. Once the steering is in motion, it seems free/smooth Loo...

Newbie with a restored 1966 FHC which has not had much use for past 2-3yrs. The steering is stiff and getting the steering wheel to start turning requires 2 hands. All of the resistance feels like it is in the column. UJs and rest of steering seem to work fine once you get it moving. Am tempted to s...