steering box nut

[tractor boy]

Hi guys, was wondering what is the best way to snug up the nut under the steering box.I would like to take the play out of the box but I dont have a wrench that is paper thin. I figure the best way is to articulate the axle ? Is there a relay good place for a jack? Or should I just put a car ramp under one side?
Thanks
Adam

[ScottyD'sdad]

I take the cotter pin out, and tap the nut, with a hammer and punch,until sufficiently tightened. Replace the cotter pin, and its good to go. Ed

[Ralph]

In order to tighten the play in addition to removing the cotter pin you have to loosen the clamp bolt on thr rear of the pitman 5/8 bolt head ---11/16 nut
then turn steering wheel all the way to the left put 1 inch wrench on the nut and have helper turn the steering wheel to the right and the nut will tighten may need to do the wheel left wheel right a couple times to get it to the correct tightness.

be shure to tighten the clamp bolt after adjustment .
and reinstall cotter pin
AND

DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN THE CASTLE NUT

[tractor boy]

thanks Ed thats a good idea I guess you understand why I ask the question. Its kind of an interesting place to get. Are there any other ways??

[tractor boy]

thankyou Ralph , I first missed you response because I was typing the one above

[kennywayne]

Just how do I get to these parts so I can follow your instructions.
Really new to this and need detail info.

[ScottyD'sdad]

The nut is under the rod that comes out, to the tie rods. Theres a locking bolt, that goes across the back of that part. Loosen that bolt, then tighten the big nut, after removing the cotter pin. Move it small amounts, and test the steering. When it is too your liking, replace the cotter pin, and tighten the cross bolt.
Ed

[John *.?-!.* cub owner]

I use Raph's system, but I take the tie rods off the steering arm to make it easier to tell wen I am getting it right.

[kennywayne]

thanks for the advice as to how to approach the job

ken

[ScottyD'sdad]

I use Raph's system, but I take the tie rods off the steering arm to make it easier to tell wen I am getting it right.

I don't have a helper to turn the wheel, so I can't use Ralph's way.
Ed

[John *.?-!.* cub owner]

I use Raph's system, but I take the tie rods off the steering arm to make it easier to tell wen I am getting it right.

I don't have a helper to turn the wheel, so I can't use Ralph's way.
Ed

I have never had a helper and use Ralph's system. Use a box end wrench through the front opening, and it will stay in place. It needs to be fairly straight, not a big offset. Turn the steering so the arm is to the side out of the way as much as possible, and put the wrench on against the end of the slot so the slot will stop it. If wrench is so loose it wants to fall off put a piece of paper in it to tighten, then turn steering wheel to turn nut while wrench holds it.

[kennywayne]

I want to widen the front end but it will slide out as rust has frozen the axle. What is the best way to try and allow the axle to move outward.

thanks

ken

[John *.?-!.* cub owner]

This may give you a starting point.
viewtopic.php?f=143&t=78908

[john2189]

I need to tighten the castle nut on my steering, has anyone tried a crows foot or heated and bending a 1" wrench 90° to do this?

John

[Eugene]

I need to tighten the castle nut on my steering, has anyone tried a crows foot or heated and bending a 1" wrench 90° to do this?

1/2" or 3/4" drive socket set.