1986 GM TILT STEERING COLUMN REBUILD

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This is a step by step guide on how to assemble a tilt steering column. A diy steering column rebuild will help you to save money rather than buying an lmc truck steering column or a brothers trucks steering column. The column I'm using is from a 1986-1991 Chevy squarebody but this tutorial will work for most 80's era gm steering wheels and gm steering columns. Whether you do or don't have cruise control, intermittent wipers, a manual, tilt, high beams or other features, this will work for almost any steering shaft with minor differences. I chose to do this steering column restoration because I have a 1982 K5 Blazer with dash mounted wipers and I want column wipers and intermittent wipers. I will be removing the old steering column and installing the new steering column in later videos and will post those here when they are finished. #diy #squarebody #restoration #rebuild #sinistersquares #k5blazer
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Complete Tilt Steering Column disassembly:
• 1986 GM TILT STEERING ...
Step by step Steering column assembly PDF
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00:26 cleaning
01:56 outer shaft and intermediate shaft
02:40 gear selector housing
03:51 lower tilt housing assembly
05:30 main shaft
06:58 got some explaining to do
07:26 ignition push rod
08:30 stub shaft
09:10 upper tilt housing assembly
09:45 ignition cylinder cross shaft & sector gear
10:30 sector preload spring
10:47 upper tilt housing ball bearings
12:35 mounting the upper tilt housing
13:29 pivot pins
14:15 tilt tension spring
15:23 upper bearing inner race & preload cup
15:48 turn signal housing & tilt lever housing
17:40 ignition cylinder
18:13 hazard lights switch
18:52 locking plate
20:23 gear selector lever
21:04 turn signal lever
21:34 lower plastic shroud
21:49 wire sleeve & rod sleeve
22:15 horn & steering wheel
24:16 ignition switch, high beam switch & neutral safety switch
26:00 the tilt lever's final resting place
26:22 references and the future

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@texastri-hullracer8749 27 күн бұрын

Wow! I’m so glad I found this video. I’m reassembling mine in my 88 S-10 tomorrow.

@TheBlazerBeam 27 күн бұрын

That’s awesome! If you get stuck, use the PDF linked in the description. It was a huge help

@texastri-hullracer8749 27 күн бұрын

@@TheBlazerBeam I have one metal clip that I hadn’t been able to figure out where it goes. It was the spring retaining clip on the key presence switch. You are correct. That PDF is amazing.

@felipesandoval7593 3 күн бұрын

hey buddy thanx for your schooling on that steering column my c10 was down for a week went around looking for a whole steering replacement.but i saw your video and man with alittle patience and taking on the job.its not that hard.one guy wanted 400.00 to rebuild it.i did it for 34.00 and change..thanks again..

@TheBlazerBeam Күн бұрын

Happy to help! It seems overwhelming at first but once you get into it it’s not that bad.

@eldonmaverickellis463 Жыл бұрын

GOD BLESS YOU MAN! It's been 2 years since I've had my truck on the road. Your video changed that. Thank you for the simple instructions and easy to follow steps yo!

@TheBlazerBeam Жыл бұрын

So glad I could help! Gotta keep ‘em on the road!

@davida.cameron1179 10 ай бұрын

This video is one the best I sein! I have a 89 yj jeep it was stolen and the steering column was torn up. I cloud not Frigge out how locking pin spring went in. It was all bent up. And I didn't know what the High beam Butten was or went. THANK YOU so much for your very detailed video

@spaight711 2 жыл бұрын

I just cleaned mine up the other day. For all the tolerance critical metal bits such as bearing surfaces, I did cold blueing and then oiled the surface. Came out really nice. Highly recommend for anybody else who wants to clean up their column.

@jasonmitchell7677 2 жыл бұрын

I just put the 1994 Sierra column all back and had the thrust washer left over. I couldn't remember where it went. Found your video, it goes on top of the gear selector part. THANKS A MILLION!

@TheBlazerBeam 2 жыл бұрын

So glad I was able to help! It’s the whole reason I put this video together.

@Freadom78 4 ай бұрын

GOD BLESS YOU!!! Your video helped immensely! I was ready to give up. Thank you!

@TheBlazerBeam 4 ай бұрын

So glad I could help!

@jameshughes8522 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for making these videos and posting the link to the pdf. All have been super useful. Just starting on the reassembly steps. Wish me luck!

@TheBlazerBeam Жыл бұрын

You’ve got this! It’s not super difficult once you get into it and the pdf was super helpful for me. Good luck!

@mervschetter3244 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for this video, I have it back together now merv.

@traddad9172 Жыл бұрын

What an incredible break down video. Top kek to you sir💪✅️

@dennis6325 2 жыл бұрын

Nice Job. I am rebuilding my column as I write this. One thing you did not mention is the upper shaft typically needs to be installed in the proper orientation to the lower shaft. You have a 50/50 chance of getting it right because the upper shaft can only go on one of two ways that are 180 deg apart. If it's not correct, your steering wheel will be 180 deg off when the wheels are centered. This is because the steering wheel is indexed to the horn button, which is indexed to the lock plate which is indexed to the upper shaft. I have a 1976 Chevy K20, so this caution may not apply to newer trucks. Thanks for posting the vids.

@TheBlazerBeam 2 жыл бұрын

Very valuable comment, thank you for posting this! The earlier models run into the issue you brought up and I don’t remember when it changed. I know a lot of changes were made on the 80’s models. The upper shaft on this only has one large key on it which gives it just one way it can be mounted. The lower shaft is the same top and bottom so, as long as your wheels are straight, you can make that adjustment when you mount it to the vehicle.

@christietaylor1325 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video man. Thanks a bunch!

@alehustle 2 жыл бұрын

the best video on KZfaq of the steering column thanks

@TheBlazerBeam 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I’m glad I could help!

@davidblackwell6914 Жыл бұрын

This video got me through my job on my 86 C10 you made it look so easy thanks for this one!!

@TheBlazerBeam Жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

@davidblackwell6914 Жыл бұрын

@@TheBlazerBeam another job I can do for anyone else who needs the service!

@korybrooks880 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for this!

@heavymetalvintage4x4 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video!!!

@twomontess Жыл бұрын

I have to do the same thing eventually. Thx for the vid

@brucehislop8860 2 жыл бұрын

I just rebuilt the column on my vintage 77 GMC motorhome. My issue was the plastic sphere in the universal joint was worn. The sphere is still available as a kit from RockAuto for about 10 bucks. The new sphere has an improved spring tensioner design. PN is ACDelco 26026564. The last of the play in my steering wheel appears to be gone. Waiting for spring now to get it out for a road test.

@williamcarson3981 4 ай бұрын

Yes it was a good job on the rebilled I'll trying keep it short, I'm trying to figure out my where the rod goes for the ignition switch at the top thks Bill,

@TheBlazerBeam 4 ай бұрын

Check out 7:57 in the video. There’s a little slot underneath that eyelet that it fits into.

@relaxinmaxin7246 2 жыл бұрын

This video saved me mega bucks

@TheBlazerBeam 2 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

@Wellgue209 Жыл бұрын

good video

@LSCHEVYRYDER254 2 жыл бұрын

great vid having issues with the one on my cutlass they are basically the same subbed

@TheBlazerBeam 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yeah, this era was basically copy and paste for their steering columns with minor differences

@alehustle 2 жыл бұрын

I have a question, could you help me? The four screws are torx female. Thanks

@williamoutcalt5655 Жыл бұрын

How long is the steering column

@briannielsen7176 Жыл бұрын

I have the upper part of the column pulled apart. I bought the car and I think someone tore it apart before. The tumbler wouldn't line up with the mark on the steering column. Someone broke the key off in the tumbler so I bought a new one. The new one won't line up with the mark, but start the car and drain the battery. The actuator gear appears to be lined up and appears to work properly. I need to pick up the special tool to remove the two bolts on the side to remove it. I'm confused and been through many videos trying to figure out why the tumbler won't line up.

@TheBlazerBeam Жыл бұрын

The link I shared in the description has an in depth assembly of the steering column with close up pictures of all the pieces. That might help you pinpoint your exact issue

@briannielsen7176 Жыл бұрын

The only complaint I have is I wish you camera was closer to the steering column.

@softserve2931 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! My actuator rod to my ignition switch is warped. Any ideals to fix it? Should I keep trying to straighten it out?

@TheBlazerBeam 2 жыл бұрын

Use some heat and a tube or vice to try and straighten it so you don’t risk it snapping. Otherwise you could try to find a replacement for it

@4THAFALLEN Жыл бұрын

How does the plate that bolts to the firewall come off.

@49BigPoppa 2 жыл бұрын

Is there a video of the disassembly?

@TheBlazerBeam 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, the link is in the description and I’ll put it here as well: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/i7SejZCf2dTDeqc.html

@freddixon2902 10 ай бұрын

Later years has yellow lock tight on them.

@roybhall4484 2 жыл бұрын

i wish you would have showh how to connect the ignition actuator rod to the ignition in the upper housing

@TheBlazerBeam 2 жыл бұрын

13:14 shows the placement of the top of the rod into the upper housing; is that what you’re talking about?

@bbucher56 2 жыл бұрын

how does the shift lock safety switch mechanism work? I cant find anything it.

@TheBlazerBeam 2 жыл бұрын

There’s a plate inside the column with 6 teeth on it (one for each gear). It rotates as you shift out of park and blocks the lock safety switch from rotating unless you’re in park or neutral. Is that what you’re looking for or did I totally miss your question?

@mimiwcclark6800 2 ай бұрын

How did you remove the plate that secures to the firewall? Do you have a teardown video?

@TheBlazerBeam 2 ай бұрын

How to Remove A Square Body Chevy Steering Column kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ot-npqh2z6-rgmg.html should answer your question

@joyhoy8596 7 ай бұрын

For some reason I can't get the pdf to open

@mervschetter3244 11 ай бұрын

I have a 1986 chevy k10 problem installing bearings in the tilt unit plastic retainer breaks??

@TheBlazerBeam 11 ай бұрын

Mine was cracked and it has been fine, if yours has a piece broken off you will likely need to replace it or fix it if you cannot find a replacement part

@mervschetter3244 11 ай бұрын

@@TheBlazerBeam thanks marvelous merv.

@smokeydabeecharlescoleman8365 Жыл бұрын

I disassembled while watching and reassembled, But you left a flat spring out. No, I had nothing else around but the column on the table, tools on a separate table. The spring is flat, but is zigzag on one end with a small tab, and folds back upon itself for the full length at the other end. In all an inch and a 1/4 long. Can anyone help me out here ? Found it kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qMphoMx-2tXLeKM.html It was the backing spring to the ignition buzzer. you either forgot to replace it, or lost it.

@aliciazamudio8628 Жыл бұрын

Can you please help me with the pin removing and reinstalling???

@TheBlazerBeam Жыл бұрын

What issues are you having with the pin?

@Dads86C10 5 ай бұрын

You just re-used all the existing parts? Nothing is needed to be replaced new? Like bearings?

@TheBlazerBeam 5 ай бұрын

You can always replace with new parts if you see fit but they can be hard to find for these steering columns. My parts were in good enough condition that I just opted to restore what I had rather than try to find replacements.

@gilbertsilva7495 Жыл бұрын

Is there a kit for a 1980 GMC tilt column

@TheBlazerBeam Жыл бұрын

What do you mean by a kit?

@russellnc 2 жыл бұрын

get you a 40 gallon plastic garbage can, a gallon of murratic acid from the home depot, fill the garbage can up with water about 4/5 the way up, dump in the gallon of acid, stick your rusty parts in it, come back the next day and wash them off,,,beats eating all that iron oxide dust in the shop...

@mariomartinez2219 2 жыл бұрын

HELP HELP ok Tilt Steering Housing I Have The 2 Bearings 1 Lower n 1 Upper The Push Spring n Cap The Key Cylinder the Return Spring n Lock Mechanism The Preload Tenser The Tilt Lever Everything n Also This Little Metal Plate that is a small metal part at the tilt steering column i dont know where it goes! I will post a picture if I Can Let Me See?....

@TheBlazerBeam 2 жыл бұрын

How big is the plate?