Steering column cover rattles-proposed solutions
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Steering column cover rattles-proposed solutions
I removed the plastic clam shell that covers the steering column today. It reduced my interior rattles by at least 50%. After getting a taste of silence I can't go back. Here are the options I'm considering.
(1) coat the interior with felt tape and cover the adjoining edges with tar.
(2) replace it with an aftermarket boot-the type that is used in conjunction with aftermarket wheels.
(3) leave it bare and try to refinish the plastic/metal parts to blend in with the dash better.
(1) coat the interior with felt tape and cover the adjoining edges with tar.
(2) replace it with an aftermarket boot-the type that is used in conjunction with aftermarket wheels.
(3) leave it bare and try to refinish the plastic/metal parts to blend in with the dash better.
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This is a common rattle to most FDs. I used a small & thin rubber washer between the plastic clamshell mounting holes and the mount itself (where the screws go through). Absolutely no more rattles!! Give it a go you'll be amazed at how this works....I am assuming that your clamshell is still in reasonable to good cond.
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mmmm, clams....
Anyways, mine rattled a bit after I took it off a few times when removing my gauge hood to fix the tach. Turns out it just wasn't lined up right when I put it back on.
Try taking yours off and putting it back on, making sure that everything lines up correctly. Worked for me.
Anyways, mine rattled a bit after I took it off a few times when removing my gauge hood to fix the tach. Turns out it just wasn't lined up right when I put it back on.
Try taking yours off and putting it back on, making sure that everything lines up correctly. Worked for me.