Ford LTL9000 steering column

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  1. Jan 3, 2024 #1
    PSM379

    PSM379 Heavy Load Member

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    Never saw a set up like this on any truck I’ve ever owned. It has a little bit of play in it, of course I’d like to replace it, just not sure what I’m looking at. Thank you in advance.

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    Rideandrepair Thanks this.
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  3. Jan 3, 2024 #2
    Ridgeline

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    It is a CV type joint, forget the technical term for it but it is missing the boot. how much free play is there?
     
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  5. Jan 3, 2024 #4
    PSM379

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    not much, enough to wiggle it a bit though, had a boot on it, I pulled it down to get a better look. This is where the steering column connects to the steering shaft. Never saw 1 connected with a joint like this.
     
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  7. Jan 4, 2024 #5
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    It's called a "Rzeppa" CV joint and is popular on front drive axles. I never saw'r one on a truck, however. How do you like the LTL? Can I ask what you paid for the truck?
     
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