steering column woes

[gfogg]

I've got a 66 GMC. The detents for the gears is worn out, keeps coming out of park and sometimes slips from drive to second. would like to replace the column or repair it if posible. Also is there a self canceling switch for the turn signals? Being old and deaf I tend to drive for miles with the turn signals flashing.

[19666Trucker]

I was wonder why no was passing me, o yeah that turn signal is stuck again. Runing loud pipes I don't here it and the dash light only turn on when I pressing up or down the signal.
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[lasher78]

i would also like to know about self cancelling signals. and does anyonw have pics as to how to take column apart and rebuild.
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[gfogg]

Man we got lots of questions. Now if we could just get some answers

[lasher78]

i know someone please throw us a bone...lol
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[1963c-10]

The column was designed with a self canceling switch. Either the plastic switch or the plastic cam is broken if they don't self cancel. The replacement parts are available through most online/catalog companies. They are an easy fix too. You will need to pull the horn cap assembly & steeringwheel (w/puller) and you can gain access to replace the parts. I have pics at work that I can post tomorrow if no one posts them 1st. Not a bad idea to replace the upper steering column bearing if you have lots of play on the column while your in there.

[lasher78]

Originally Posted by 1963c-10

The column was designed with a self canceling switch. Either the plastic switch or the plastic cam is broken if they don't self cancel. The replacement parts are available through most online/catalog companies. They are an easy fix too. You will need to pull the horn cap assembly & steeringwheel (w/puller) and you can gain access to replace the parts. I have pics at work that I can post tomorrow if no one posts them 1st. Not a bad idea to replace the upper steering column bearing if you have lots of play on the column while your in there.

thanks for reply and info...i looked at ekler's and they show like 3 different pieces. two are just plastics pieces and other has two wire connectors comeing out of it. dont mean to sound dumb but how do u know witch one. dont want to pull apart then be waiting for parts to come in. thanks again
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[lasher78]

here are pics of all 3 pieces listed are these correct? just tryin to be sure before i buy. thanks
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[1963c-10]

you will want to order a cam and a cancel cam. they will be the two plastic pieces. the upper bearing is the part with the two wires attached, which are for the horn. id inspect the bearing before replacing and definitely get the cams at the very least
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[1963c-10]

i ordered mine from truck shop in orange, ca. the cam is on page 44-45 of their catalog, which can be viewed online or ordered for free.
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[1963c-10]

These are the parts you will need

[tincan1966]

You can also get these parts at most regular auto parts stores. Foir the price and the time involved, I would buy a complete new switch and new cancelling cam and be done with it.

[lasher78]

thanks guys for the help identifing witch parts. i called local parts stores and they cant tell me if they have right ones or not..they say pull'em and come compare...lol a lot of help they are...do u have to have a puller to get steering wheel off?
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[1963c-10]

Yes, you will need a puller to get the wheel off.

[gfogg]

Hey thanks a lot for the help. I can get right on that part of it. It's nice to have such a great knowledge base to go to. Is there any one who can tell me how to fix the shift point detents so the thing will stop coming out of park at inappropriate times? Great help guys thanks again

[1963c-10]

Im no good on the auto columns....but somebody will chime in, just give it a few.