Another Steering Box Question

[Henry/Kokomo]

I'm attempting to rebuild an old Ford - actually, an F-1 pickup - steering box. I need to replace the roller on the sector arm. How does one get the roller pin out? I've tried drilling and the pin is so hard that I don't have a bit that will touch it. I've taken the part to a couple of garages locally, including one that does a lot of flathead Ford stuff. So far, this has everyone stumped who has tried to remove it. What are we doing wrong? Thanks in advance.

 

[NealinCA]

I use a carbide bur and carefully grind one end of the pin off, then drive out with a punch.

FYI, the thrust washers supplied with the new roller are too thick. You might luck out and be able to use the original washers, but I have extras ground in .001" graduations so I can set the roller clearance at .001-.002".

Hopefully that helps. Let me know if you need any more info.

Neal

 

[Henry/Kokomo]

Thanks, Neal. We'll give it a try.