AboutKnucklebusters Expertise Able to answer almost any question dealing with interchanges of auto and light-truck parts as well as the mechanical aspect of the dismantle and repair process. Will attempt to field every question regarding anything automotive. My advice or answer should in NO WAY replace the information contained in the proper service manual.
Experience 10 years in the automotive salvage industry.
20 years as an automotive technician.
ASE Certified since 1998.
Organizations ASE (Automotive Service Excellence)
ARA (American Recyclers Association)
PARTS (Pennsylvania Automotive Recycling Trade Society)
Education/Credentials What you see is what you get. No formal schooling for automotive technology. I am a self-taught ASE Certified Master Technician.
Question My Question IS MY STEERING WHEEL WILL LEFT UP ABOUT 3/4 OF AN INCH ( UP & DOWN )SLACK IN STEERING WHEEL <<< CAN YOU TELL ME HOW TO REPAIR THIS ON A 94 FORD ESCORT STEERING COLUMN..
IF YOU CAN PLEASE HELP CAN`T GET INSPECTION STICKER UNTILL REPAIRED...........
THANKS
James
Answer Hi James,
Easiest repair is to replace. Once the shaft on those columns loosens, there is no way to repair without dismantling the column and the hours involved would far eclipse that of the hour it would take to replace the entire column with another one that IS in good condition. Give us a call, we can locate a good column and ship it to you.
Looking for a reputable service technician? My advice on finding a good technician is: Steer clear of the dealership and 'chain' stores like Firestone, Sears, Pep Boys, Monro Muffler/Brake, Midas, etc. as they usually only employ ONE ASE Certified Tech just so they can say they do and chances are, that guy is the asst. manager or manager and is not in the store to diagnose/repair vehicles anyway. Find a service location in the link below or get some names out of the yellow-pages and do a drive-by. Garages that employ ASE Certified Technicians will be marked with the 'Blue-Seal' insignia. If unsure about whether a place employs Certified Techs, just ask to see their credentials. ALL ASE Certified Technicians will be PROUD to show and display their certificate(s).
Thanks for the question, I hope this information was helpful to you.
Fred
Knucklebusters Used Auto & Truck Parts, Inc.
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