> My question is, are the threads for the bolt which secures the
> steering stop different from one side to the other also?
No, they're both just normal right-hand threads. 1/4-28 NF if memory
serves.
> I was just
> working on the right side vertical link, and I can't get the bolt to
> loosen. I can rotate the bolt for just about 1/4 turn but then it
> tightens up again. At that point I stopped trying, 'cuz I don't want
> to strip the threads! I reversed the ratchet and very carefully
> rotated the bolt in the other direction to see if it would loosen up
> (thinking that the threads might be reversed) but again, I can only
> turn it 1/4 turn and then it stops.
Most likely, the threads are already damaged, but, continue working it back
and forth and see if you can work it a little farther each time. The
steering stop isn't all that critical, but given what happens if the
trunnion threads fail, I sure would want to see what's in there. If
everything else is fine, just the stop threads are shot, you can use a
Heli-coil ...
Randall
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