I am trying to dissasemble a Saginaw Jeep YJ box to drill/tap/weld fittings to the two caps for ram assist. I can't get the square cap off. I removed the four bolts and the adjusting nut but it doesn't seem to pry or hammer off. How do I do it? Anyone got a write-up? I want to tap the caps so I don't have to do a PITA rebuild.

And no, I don't have time right now to send something to Lakerat (though I may do that later) I leave for Paragon AND Tellico in four days...

Thanks,
Phil

Originally posted by 1TONTJ
I am trying to dissasemble a Saginaw Jeep YJ box to drill/tap/weld fittings to the two caps for ram assist. I can't get the square cap off. I removed the four bolts and the adjusting nut but it doesn't seem to pry or hammer off. How do I do it? Anyone got a write-up? I want to tap the caps so I don't have to do a PITA rebuild.

And no, I don't have time right now to send something to Lakerat (though I may do that later) I leave for Paragon AND Tellico in four days...

Thanks,
Phil

Slap it with a good hanful of KY Jelly and crank away.....
Wait, is that what you were asking?

Originally posted by FroadALicious


Slap it with a good hanful of KY Jelly and crank away.....
Wait, is that what you were asking?


HUH? I want to take the square cap of the steering box, so I can drill and tap it...

Thanks,
Phil

Originally posted by 1TONTJ



HUH? I want to take the square cap of the steering box, so I can drill and tap it...

Thanks,
Phil


oh why dont you just use a flat head screwdriver?

Originally posted by FroadALicious



oh why dont you just use a flat head screwdriver?

Is it supposed to be that easy? I pryed it up about 1/2" but it won't go farther. Seems like the adjustment stud in the center is stuck on it? Is the square cap threaded to the adjustment stud? i.e. does the cap have to screw off? or do you just pry it?

Thanks,
Phil

Originally posted by 1TONTJ


Is it supposed to be that easy? I pryed it up about 1/2" but it won't go farther. Seems like the adjustment stud in the center is stuck on it? Is the square cap threaded to the adjustment stud? i.e. does the cap have to screw off? or do you just pry it?

Thanks,
Phil

You cant screw it off since the design is square, silly.
You have to unscrew the adjustment stud fully off in order to access the ability to remove the cap. good luck and check my other posts.

Gullible

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Sorry, but your pal froadalishus is jerking you around - a newbie cluttering the board with junk.

1TONTJ - One of these days, Phil, you're going to take my advice and pick up a factory service manual. What's it been....? 4 years that I've been telling you to get one?

It's actually a simple answer.

Paul

Originally posted by oldjeep
Gullible

Definition: 1TonTJ


Sorry, but your pal froadalishus is jerking you around - a newbie cluttering the board with junk.



















































no really im a mechanic

Never mind guys I figured it out. The pitman shaft must be rotationally centred between the stops or it will NOT come out(the housing is key-hole shaped).

Thanks,
Phil

Originally posted by 1TONTJ
Never mind guys I figured it out. The pitman shaft must be rotationally centred between the stops or it will NOT come out(the housing is key-hole shaped).

Thanks,
Phil

See, I told you.

Originally posted by nasvik
1TONTJ - One of these days, Phil, you're going to take my advice and pick up a factory service manual. What's it been....? 4 years that I've been telling you to get one?

It's actually a simple answer.

Paul

WTF are you talking about!?! I've had one since the end of 97.
You've been telling me for years huh? Guess you been wasting years of your time :flipoff2: Hell I actually even SELL the damn things - anyone need a new jeep/chrsler manual for US$95 with FREE shipping ?

My factory service manual is currently at my buddies place (while he swaps a TJ drivetrain into his 89 YJ). It's him that needs more manuals.

Phil
With FSM for both of my current vehicles...

Originally posted by 1TONTJ


WTF are you talking about!?! I've had one since the end of 97.
You've been telling me for years huh? Guess you been wasting years of your time :flipoff2: Hell I actually even SELL the damn things - anyone need a new jeep/chrsler manual for US$95 with FREE shipping ?

My factory service manual is currently at my buddies place (while he swaps a TJ drivetrain into his 89 YJ). It's him that needs more manuals.

Phil
With FSM for both of my current vehicles...

Yeah, man, so shut the fuck up!

Originally posted by FroadALicious


Yeah, man, so shut the fuck up!

A mechanic eh? I don't doubt it - you're about as useless as most of the "profesional mechanics" around here.
:flipoff2: :flipoff2: :flipoff2:

What , are you just trying to up your post count or something?

Phil
Trial and Error fabricator...

Originally posted by 1TONTJ


A mechanic eh? I don't doubt it - you're about as useless as most of the "profesional mechanics" around here.
:flipoff2: :flipoff2: :flipoff2:

What , are you just trying to up your post count or something?

Phil
Trial and Error fabricator...

Seeing that he is 19 - I doubt he even has a job.

Originally posted by 1TONTJ


A mechanic eh? I don't doubt it - you're about as useless as most of the "profesional mechanics" around here.
:flipoff2: :flipoff2: :flipoff2:

What , are you just trying to up your post count or something?

Phil
Trial and Error fabricator...


Yeah, man, isn't that the way to do it around here? Up my post count..... Yeah, how are you so smart? Did someone mention something about a Goat Roast?

Originally posted by 1TONTJ
I am trying to dissasemble a Saginaw

Disassemble? You don't need no stinkin' mechanic to disassemble a steering box. Do you Phil? Would you like to know how to remove your oil pan plug too? I'll throw in an air filter check for nuthin' extra.

:flipoff2: :smokin: :flipoff2:

Bob

Originally posted by TJBob


Disassemble? You don't need no stinkin' mechanic to disassemble a steering box. Do you Phil? Would you like to know how to remove your oil pan plug too? I'll throw in an air filter check for nuthin' extra.

:flipoff2: :smokin: :flipoff2:

Bob


I don't think he breaths without checking the board first......Bahahahahah:flipoff2:

EXCUSE ME! :flipoff2: I tried to take it apart, and it wasn't going. So before I wrecked a perfectly good box, I figured I would ask. Turns out there IS a trick (pitman shaft must be centered before it will come out). I guess you smart guys new that already huh?

Phil
What's wrong with asking - when the info is available?

DAMN, have you taken your medication today? I'm a newbie trying to fluff up my post count!!! Can you say "It's a joke" :flipoff2: :nuke: :flipoff2:

And yes, I already knew that the pitman shaft had to be centered. I disassembled and reassembled my brand spankin' new $15 junk yard special 1984 J10 box before installing it two weeks ago. :flipoff2:

I passed on the hydro assist for the time being to finish the axle.

Bob