I've watched many of your videos and found them very helpful. What I like about your videos is you show every detail on what you are doing. I need to replace the turn signal switch on my 1972 as one side doesn't cancel and the horn is not working. Keep up the great work.
Looks like I've already commented here. Now that I'm actually going to start on the steering column, this video turns out to be, by far, the best instructional on the c3 column. I wish he'da kept going all the way down and completely stripped it.
Great video. I had a short in the switch that caused me to replace it. I have a 1972 with tilt and telescopic column. I want to pass on a couple of added suggestions and minor differences I found with my 72 versus your older column. First, before disassembling the column, I bought a new switch, disconnected the harmonica connection and connected the new switch while outside of the column. This allowed me to test if the switch worked and confirm the old switch was the issue after troubleshooting all other possibilities. Next, rather than altering a screw to lock the telescopic shaft in place, I used a 5/8" length 5/16 - 18 set screw. On my switch, I only had the three mounting screws, I did not have a Turn Signal Lever Screw, it was fastened directly and did not require it to be removed. Once I removed the three mounting screws, the switch slid out. When sliding the wiring out, I used some parachute cord and made a slipknot that slipped over the harmonica connector lengthwise. Then I wrapped electrical tape around, also lengthwise so it slipped easily through the path in the column. The tape also protects the connector during its passage. I removed the cord and repeated that with the new switch and pulled it through with just some minor finessing. Lastly, one must notice how the Hazard button makes contact with the switch, if you don't align it while slipping it in, you find out it is not connected until after the column is reassembled.
Bought the combo wheel remover and pin compressor from harbor freight for about 12 bucks and made the bolt like you describe to hold the telescoping shaft steady. Worked like a piece-o-cake! Thanks
Your most relevant (to me) video to date, good job. I need to go a little farther in to tighten some bolts that make the column loose but I think you got me most of the way. Haven't been in there before, this should help. Thanks
Thanks for posting this video! I replaced mine on my '70 Vette a few months ago but my blinkers won't cancel. I noticed that mine did not have the rubber 1" spacer and the washer that was directly behind the hub and long spring. Wondering if someone removed them in the past and maybe that is the cause of my blinkers not cancelling. Guess I'm gonna see if I can order that rubber spacer and the washer. Thanks again!
Thank you for posting this....very helpful... when you made the bolt to stop the wheel from telescoping, why didn't you just use the star screw? Or could I just put the star screw back in there to make it do the same? Or do we need a bolt for some other reason? Thanks again!
Great video. Would you happen to have anything for replacing the key buzzer switch on a 1972 Corvette tilt/tele column. Thank you again for all your time helping us Corvette owners.
Mark can you describe where the ground connection is on the steering column? As an older fellow as well, the tilt wheel is going to be my next upgrade.
Dumb question but its mentioned you just put everything back as you took it off. I am about to tackle this project this week but when you used the puller to remove the hub how do you go about putting it back on? Mallet? Hammer? Or the bolt will re-torque it back down?
That is not a dumb question at all. I softly tapped it back on and then used the main large nut to set it in the rest of the way. Make sure you mark the location before you remove it so it sets back in the exact location when reinstalling. "Hop"
My steering is not locking and I’m having a hard time removing the 7/8 nut. Ok tried holding the tire while someone else try to loosen the nut, with no success. 😆 Any tips?
How do you even put the wiring through that small space? There’s no way for me to run the wire down to the connector on my 78’ it’s ridiculous I’ve got it all apart and now I can’t even install the switch because I can’t run the wire down
Hi There, Helpful video thank you, but let me ask a question. Are the components on an 81 similar/ same as the components in your 77 steering column? -Dave
Firstly great video. Thank you. Did you do this repair because the turn signals were dead or for another reason? Mine work but do not flash. Same repair?
Thanks for posting this! Makes tackling this job so much easier! I have a 69 with the tilt and telescopic wheel, you said there are 4 shims, but the kits online are showing only three, which is the correct number? (I think someone removed these and didn't put them back)
its the same for an 81 but the 81 has high beams in the turn signal switch. some idiot broke off the turn signal lever. now i dont have turn signal nor high beams.
Would anyone happen to know the thread pitch of the star screw so I can create that little tool? I don’t have a star screw to bring with me to the hardware store
At 7:05, you have two spacer that I don't have on my 1972 with T & T. I'm assuming they are missing and should be there, but I can't find them on any website to purchase them. Can you help me with what these are called or direct me to link where I can purchase? I'm buying a number of things from Zip, so it would be great if I could find them on their site. Thanks for a great video, as it helped me get my wheel apart.
Keith, I also could not find the washers. My steering wheel is from a 1976 that is installed on my 69 Corvette. I will keep trying to find them and will let you know if I find anything. Hop
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I took it apart a year ago and because of your patience, knowledge and great camera work it's going back together
I've watched many of your videos and found them very helpful. What I like about your videos is you show every detail on what you are doing. I need to replace the turn signal switch on my 1972 as one side doesn't cancel and the horn is not working. Keep up the great work.
Looks like I've already commented here.
Now that I'm actually going to start on the steering column, this video turns out to be, by far, the best instructional on the c3 column.
I wish he'da kept going all the way down and completely stripped it.
Great video. I had a short in the switch that caused me to replace it. I have a 1972 with tilt and telescopic column. I want to pass on a couple of added suggestions and minor differences I found with my 72 versus your older column. First, before disassembling the column, I bought a new switch, disconnected the harmonica connection and connected the new switch while outside of the column. This allowed me to test if the switch worked and confirm the old switch was the issue after troubleshooting all other possibilities. Next, rather than altering a screw to lock the telescopic shaft in place, I used a 5/8" length 5/16 - 18 set screw. On my switch, I only had the three mounting screws, I did not have a Turn Signal Lever Screw, it was fastened directly and did not require it to be removed. Once I removed the three mounting screws, the switch slid out. When sliding the wiring out, I used some parachute cord and made a slipknot that slipped over the harmonica connector lengthwise. Then I wrapped electrical tape around, also lengthwise so it slipped easily through the path in the column. The tape also protects the connector during its passage. I removed the cord and repeated that with the new switch and pulled it through with just some minor finessing. Lastly, one must notice how the Hazard button makes contact with the switch, if you don't align it while slipping it in, you find out it is not connected until after the column is reassembled.
Many thanks. My horn assembly has been off for nearly two years and this is by far the best video showing how to disassemble.
I am happy you liked the video. Hopefully, you got that horn working. Thank you for making a comment. Hop
Bought the combo wheel remover and pin compressor from harbor freight for about 12 bucks and made the bolt like you describe to hold the telescoping shaft steady. Worked like a piece-o-cake!
Thanks
Thanks for the video! Switch replaced but now my horn won't stop blaring!!! AGGGH!!
Your most relevant (to me) video to date, good job. I need to go a little farther in to tighten some bolts that make the column loose but I think you got me most of the way. Haven't been in there before, this should help. Thanks
Wow such a good job on this video. Makes the job seem not so hard.
very awesome video, lots of detail, will help with making it a simple job thank you for the awesome video
Darn you chipped off the paint! Other than now having to repaint everything. Great job.
absolutely spectacular video!
Thank you so much for this magnificent, free information, what a relief to know what i'll be walking into!!!
Outstanding informative video! Great work explaining every step. Thank you very much!!!
Wish there were more quality vids like this one
Thanks for posting this video!
I replaced mine on my '70 Vette a few months ago but my blinkers won't cancel. I noticed that mine did not have the rubber 1" spacer and the washer that was directly behind the hub and long spring. Wondering if someone removed them in the past and maybe that is the cause of my blinkers not cancelling. Guess I'm gonna see if I can order that rubber spacer and the washer. Thanks again!
Wow what a job sure glad u know what your doing.
Thank you.
Highly helpful look forth to visiting again.
You are welcome.
Thank you an you make it look so easy now
Thanks for another detailed video.
Thank you.
Thank you for posting this....very helpful... when you made the bolt to stop the wheel from telescoping, why didn't you just use the star screw? Or could I just put the star screw back in there to make it do the same? Or do we need a bolt for some other reason? Thanks again!
Great video thank's 👍
Great video. Would you happen to have anything for replacing the key buzzer switch on a 1972 Corvette tilt/tele column. Thank you again for all your time helping us Corvette owners.
Dan, I do not have a video on that but may be something I do in the future. Thank you for asking.
This video makes me very anxious.
wonderful job , this video help me a lot , thank you
Mark can you describe where the ground connection is on the steering column? As an older fellow as well, the tilt wheel is going to be my next upgrade.
Dumb question but its mentioned you just put everything back as you took it off. I am about to tackle this project this week but when you used the puller to remove the hub how do you go about putting it back on? Mallet? Hammer? Or the bolt will re-torque it back down?
That is not a dumb question at all. I softly tapped it back on and then used the main large nut to set it in the rest of the way. Make sure you mark the location before you remove it so it sets back in the exact location when reinstalling. "Hop"
@@TheWhatisright perfect and thanks!
My steering is not locking and I’m having a hard time removing the 7/8 nut. Ok tried holding the tire while someone else try to loosen the nut, with no success. 😆 Any tips?
Keep them coming 🙏🏾👍🏾nosale
Great video, thanks
i have a 77 where can i find parts. Great video
How do you even put the wiring through that small space? There’s no way for me to run the wire down to the connector on my 78’ it’s ridiculous I’ve got it all apart and now I can’t even install the switch because I can’t run the wire down
Hi There, Helpful video thank you, but let me ask a question. Are the components on an 81 similar/ same as the components in your 77 steering column? -Dave
Loved the video! Thank you so much!!!
Firstly great video. Thank you. Did you do this repair because the turn signals were dead or for another reason? Mine work but do not flash. Same repair?
My fasher was not working correctly with no automatic return.
Thanks for posting this! Makes tackling this job so much easier! I have a 69 with the tilt and telescopic wheel, you said there are 4 shims, but the kits online are showing only three, which is the correct number? (I think someone removed these and didn't put them back)
It is possible the original owner of my care added one. I was only removing what was already installed.
its the same for an 81 but the 81 has high beams in the turn signal switch. some idiot broke off the turn signal lever. now i dont have turn signal nor high beams.
my hazards work but get nothing from my blinker. were these you symptoms? or is mine a relay
So do i press the steering wheel hub back on using the 7/8 nut
Doing this on mine
Using a cap screw to hold the telescope shaft is much simpler.
That steering column components are not even close to a 69 column to should say this video is for a mid 70s car .huge difference
Would anyone happen to know the thread pitch of the star screw so I can create that little tool? I don’t have a star screw to bring with me to the hardware store
How did you get the black/red door panel?!
I’d love to get one of those in orange!
The door panels were on the car when I purchased it near Dallas Texas.
So if you have a horn issue with a c3 it’s in the steering column? Not the firewall under the hood?
Not always. It can be the horn or even wiring going to the horn.
At 7:05, you have two spacer that I don't have on my 1972 with T & T. I'm assuming they are missing and should be there, but I can't find them on any website to purchase them. Can you help me with what these are called or direct me to link where I can purchase? I'm buying a number of things from Zip, so it would be great if I could find them on their site. Thanks for a great video, as it helped me get my wheel apart.
Keith, I also could not find the washers. My steering wheel is from a 1976 that is installed on my 69 Corvette. I will keep trying to find them and will let you know if I find anything. Hop
Was there in fact 4 horn contact shims? Or just 3? Thanks in advance!
That would be four. Thanks for asking.
You don’t need to mark the cover it has an indentation
How can I get a new contract spacer
Check Ecklers Corvette or Corvette America.
0:48 this must not be your car. Marring the hell outta that steering column.
It is my car. Drives and looks great.
Take a break and shoot that bird😅
Great info