column bearing

[jimmy828]

i am replacing the bearings and other parts on my steering column.When i disassembled the column i noticed that the lower column bearing fell out and hit the floor.What i like to know does this lower bearing get pressed in.Thanks

[fordman]

no it doesnt get pressed in. it is held in place by one of two methods depending on the year of the column. the 67-69 column shaft has a clamp that slides up to hold the bearign and shaft adjustment in place. the 70-72 has a collar that does the same thing. it holds the bearing in place when the column is adjusted to the right place.

[jimmy828]

thanks fordman! Thats was what i hoped it would be.I will also be contacting you on more parts to buy soon.

[classic67]

what does the clamp look like

[fordman]

you can see it above the shift arms on this old picutre. it is just asteel band the botls together where it meets up.