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Thanks for your previous answer. What you described sounds close to the problem I have with one exception. The slop in the system is not coming from the steering box- the pitman is actually moving around inside of the ram. I see the replacement for the pitman arm on the Napa site, but nothing for the bushing. Is that a standard pitman bushing inside there, or is it particular to the ram?
The "ram" is called the steering gear box.
It would be best to just replace the complete steering gear box with a used unit from a salvage yard or AMC dealer.
Try calling Collier AMC in Pikeville, NC at 919-242-4462. Ask for Bobby Collier, he is an old AMC dealer and will probably have a steering gear for your car.
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Kevin Pilotte
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I can answer many technical questions relating to AMC vehicles prior to 1979. I also have experience with Rambler & Nash vehicles.
Experience
I am a former AMC technician, service writer and service manager. I have worked in AMC dealers in Illinois in the 70's. After college, I was a Field Service Rep for American Motors Sales Corporation, working out of the Chicago Zone office. I traveled to AMC dealers assisting in the diagnosis and repair of AMC vehicles. I was also the Area Training Manager for DeLorean Motor Company. I have 10+ years as an Automotive Instructor. I have modified and restored
numerous AMC vehicles. I have been working on AMC vehicles for over 30 years.
Organizations
I have been an ASE Certified Master Technician since 1975. This includes L1. I am also currently a Toyota Certified Master Diagnostic Technician.
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I have articles in "American Motoring", the official publication of the American Motors Owners Association. They are the largest AMC club in the world.
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