The shop manual says that about 1/2" of steering play is acceptable.
If adjusting the steering box doesn't seem to do much, you might also
check the nut that holds the steering wheel on the shaft. While the
shaft is splined, I had personal experience that if that nut isn't tight you
can experience some significant play.
It could also mean worn ball joints, tie rod ends, and/or suspension
bushings.
Chris Coker
Royal Oak, MI
'69 1600 SPL311-24529
'66 1600 G Production Race Car <- almost finished!
> There is a screw on the top of the box with a locknut on it. Loosen locknut
> then tighten screw down a little bit and it will take some of the slop out
> of the center part of the steering. Do NOT tighten it down too much as the
> center is usually worn the most and it could/will bind if you take all the
> slop out. Go for test drives to tighten it more or loosen it more w/o
> binding when making a turn.
>
> BTW, Roadster had 2 boxes 1. worm and roller and 2. recirculating ball which
> came in late cars. No Rack & Pinion
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