Yes we have replaced several steering tubes you can heat the steering
box with a torch using low heat. Then when re installing you need to
tin both the box and tube. The heat after re installing heat the box
and sweat the two together. The put a small bead of black silicone
around the joint to seal.
David Nock
British Car Specialists
Stockton Ca 95205
209-948-8767
www.britishcarspecialists.com
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On Dec 14, 2011, at 9:44 PM, john spaur wrote:
> Richard,
>
> It is not difficult at all. However, if you plan on powder coating
> the box and tube or even if not, use silver solder because it has a
> higher melting point. The higher the better because regular solder
> and powder coating are done at about 400 degrees F. Don't get
> things too hot, keep everything clean and use lots of flux.
>
> John
>
> At 02:29 AM 12/15/2011 +0000, richard mayor wrote:
>> I need some advise about replacing a damaged outer steering column
>> tube. ...
>>
>> Richard Mayor
>> BN7L-466 Vintage Racer
>> Portland, Oregon
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