'73 911 Steering Column Play - Fixed

[RSGulp]

A quick one as I think I know the answer but wanted to ask DDK for confirmation.

My steering wheel/column has some movement up/down (see YouTube link below). I've removed the steering wheel and found there is no plastic bush in there. I assume I need to fit the metal Steering Column Bush available from Porsche?

https://youtu.be/XP3M7gXFYN4

[inaglasshouse]

Stutzring time again?
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[RSGulp]

Yes I think you're right. Mine is missing from the steering wheel. Thanks for the quick reply.

[alfietom]

On the steering wheel boss section do you have the spring and collet?

If so, slip the collet off and turn it around - Hey Presto! No movement.
It worked on mine last week....Tiz Black Magic

[RSGulp]

No, the spring is there but no stützring/collet. I'll order one tomorrow along with a few other bits I need to finish the car off.

[RSGulp]

Thanks for pointing me in the right direction 'inaglasshouse'. All now sorted.

Just to finish off this thread in case it comes up on a future search... This is what the Stützring / Stuetzring looks like direct from Porsche GB stock. Part number 695.347.725.00 and described as a 'Support Ring' in English. Price was £17.82 with 10% discount + VAT. (Oct '16)



It goes on this way round (see pic below). Really simple to fit. I put the gap towards the bottom but I can't see it matters. Put some grease on it, refit the wheel, washer and nut and torque up to around 40 ft/lbs and you're sorted. Steering with no play.

[inaglasshouse]

Good stuff, glad it worked. One of those satisfying (and cheap!) fixes.
Cheers, Richard.