Robert,
There is a possibility that Dick didn't cover that may cure your
problem.
The lower universal can be attached in the wrong position.
I would park the car with the wheels straight ahead.... If your wheel
was a bit off center when driving straight, the wheel would be in this
'off center position' . If it was correct before, then center it now
with the wheels straight. Next, remove the steering wheel and the upper
steering shaft attachments (to get enough travel for the next step).
Remove the lower universal pinch bolt, and lever off the universal with
a large screwdriver and a drift if necessary.
In the car,rotate the upper shaft to center the turn signal canceling
cam, and turn the lower steering shaft to match the upper. Keeping this
new alignment, re-attach the universal to the rack, tighten everything
down, and install your steering wheel 'loosely'. Drive the car, and fine
tune the wheel position until it is perfect. Tighten the wheel, and you
are done. No alignment required if it was already set.
To be thorough, you should check that the wheel turns an equal amount
from center to lock in each direction. If it does not, then you should
lengthen one inner tie rod length while shortening the other an equal
amount to get it 'right on'.
This will require an alignment to set your 'toe' if it is done.
Oh, one last thing. If you find your cam is already centered, your turn
signal switch may be 'gummed up' or worn out. Maybe a return spring is
missing. Either way, if the cam is centered look to the switch for your
solution. Start with a clean and re-lube, followed by replacement if
that fails.
Good luck, Jim
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