The steering in my 69 will not self-return to center from turning left. It works fine returning from turning right. I have replaced everything in the front end except the center link and the springs (all Moog stuff), including the pitman arm. I have had it aligned to get all the caster it will take (3.5°) and have 1/2° negative camber.
It has the fast powersteering box (about 2 turns lock-to-lock).

I have adjusted the lock nut on top of the box out and in several times. It doesn't change anything except how much play I have at center. The box was installed by the previous owner in the last couple of years. It was a "rebuilt" box, for what that's worth. He had converted from manual to power steering.

Any suggestions on what's causing this? It's pretty spooky when the steering wheel stays wherever you put it! :eek: :eek:

Do I need a new steering box?

Thanks

joe

Try backing out the input shaft adjuster. Loosen the large stamped lock ring, insert a couple of punches in the holes in the adjuster and back it off just an eighth turn or so.
David

Thanks, David. I will try that before I replace the box. I think this can be done in the car?

joe