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[Healeys] Adjusting the Steering Box

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Subject: [Healeys] Adjusting the Steering Box
From: Harold Manifold <manifold@telus.net>
Date: Fri, 19 Jun 2026 08:43:23 -0700
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Hi,

I adjusted the lash in the steering gear box yesterday. While I eventually
completed the job, I found the process quite frustrating. It was nearly
impossible to find a wrench or socket that fit the 3/8" Whitworth retaining
nut while simultaneously turning the adjusting screw.

Is there a specific trick, technique, or specialized tool that makes this
adjustment easier?

Best regards,

Harold

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<div dir=3D"ltr"><div>Hi,</div><div><br></div><div>I adjusted the lash in t=
he steering gear box yesterday. While I eventually completed the job, I fou=
nd the process quite frustrating. It was nearly impossible to find a wrench=
 or socket that fit the 3/8&quot; Whitworth retaining nut while simultaneou=
sly turning the adjusting screw.</div><div><br></div><div>Is there a specif=
ic trick, technique, or specialized tool that makes this adjustment easier?=
</div><div><br></div><div>Best regards,</div><div><br></div><div>Harold</di=
v></div>

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