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#107 of 139 Re: clunking intermediate steering shaft [python2] by obyone Sep 28, 2008 (5:21 am)
Replying to: python2 (Sep 28, 2008 4:34 am) You need to secure the steering wheel from moving via a pin hole on the bottom side of the steering wheel. Remove and replace the shaft, remove the pin from the steering column and you're done. As fast as 30 minutes
#108 of 139 Re: clunking intermediate steering shaft [pbarlow] by mayls7 Oct 28, 2008 (7:17 pm)
Replying to: pbarlow (Sep 26, 2008 7:20 am) I have a 2004 GMC Dually and I had the dealer replace the shaft once, and now it is bad again. Clunking and vibrating, do you know the part number of the replacement shaft, I think I am just going to do myself this time. Replies to this message: pbarlow (Oct 30, 2008 11:01 am) mayls7 (Oct 30, 2008 3:40 pm) obyone (Oct 30, 2008 3:43 pm)
#109 of 139 Re: clunking intermediate steering shaft [suzk1000] by dvann [shiftless1] [ [arkz71] [cwyka] by vinceblas Oct 30, 2008 (5:40 am)
Replying to: cwyka (Jan 31, 2007 4:29 am) This link is gold! Thanks cwyka!
#110 of 139 Re: clunking intermediate steering shaft [mayls7] by pbarlow Oct 30, 2008 (11:01 am)
Replying to: mayls7 (Oct 28, 2008 7:17 pm) there are different parts#'s according to your vin#. but i do know that lmctruck.com offers an aftermarket more heavyduty shaft. it's more expensive but, if you really use the truck it may be worth it in the long run. i have used lmc on several of my trucks and they are a very dependable company. if you run into any problems replacing the shaft feel free to contact me. Replies to this message: mayls7 (Oct 30, 2008 3:40 pm) obyone (Oct 30, 2008 3:43 pm)
#111 of 139 Re: clunking intermediate steering shaft [pbarlow] by mayls7 Oct 30, 2008 (3:40 pm)
Replying to: pbarlow (Oct 30, 2008 11:01 am) What kind of time is involved in the installation do you think. Can I get your email in case I need more info?   Mine is mayls7aol.com Replies to this message: obyone (Oct 30, 2008 3:43 pm)
#112 of 139 Re: clunking intermediate steering shaft [mayls7] by obyone Oct 30, 2008 (3:43 pm)
Replying to: mayls7 (Oct 30, 2008 3:40 pm) Book time is 30 minutes to R/R the shaft. That includes the time it takes to secure the steering wheel and open the hood.
#113 of 139 Steering shaft replaced,now boot seal makes noise. by wgreen Oct 30, 2008 (10:01 pm)
Had the clunking problem on my 06 Silverado WT. Dealer replaced intermediate shaft as mentioned on here and that solved that problem. However it caused another one.    Soon as I left the dealer after the repair I noticed what sounded like a vacuum or hissing noise,kinda like the noise older carbureted cars made when you took the air cleaner off. Prior to the repair could hardly hear any noise from engine compartment,was always impressed since I bought it how quiet the V8 was compared to my 4cyl S-10.    Took it back to the dealer and they said nothing was wrong.I asked the service manager if the dimension on the new shaft was different,causing the boot seal to let more exterior noise in.He said that wouldn't cause a problem,he rode with me in the truck and said it was "normal" engine noise.Told him I still felt something wasn't right with the increased noise level,he said he would check TSB's and let me know if he found anything.    About a week later it rained for the first time since the repair and I could really notice a difference with the wet road noise,almost sounded like the windows were down!!    Anyone else having a problem with this?Definitely seems like the new part doesn't fit the boot seal as well letting more engine compartment and road noise in.BTW,I have the vinyl interior,no carpet on floor.   Any suggestions how to deal with this.Thought about putting some foam around the shaft and the boot seal but don't know if this would cause problems since the part moves   Thanx wgreen
#114 of 139 Re: clunking intermediate steering shaft [pbarlow] by hdfxdwg Nov 09, 2008 (10:52 am)
Replying to: pbarlow (Sep 26, 2008 7:20 am) i have a 2003 1500hd crewcab 4x4 had the lube kit done a few years ago 130.00 at dealer but the problem came back and i just lived with it i know that they have come out with a couple of new shafts this new shaft came out in 08 part # gm 19153614 retails for 94.00 wholesales for 69.00 i bought one friday 11-07-08 put it on myself truck drives and steers like new it is quite don't feel or hear the clunk anymore took about 20minutes to install also Dorman products has one for 74.95 can buy it at most parts store autozone # 425-126 or 426-125 i can't find my note for autozone i just surcure the steering wheel with a bungie cord so it wouldn't move undone the bolt under the dash on steering wheel and then under the hood 1 bolt pull it thru from under dash push new thru from underdash being careful not to bump the steering wheel bolted back up and i was done hope this helps someone. Replies to this message: davethecarnut (Nov 20, 2008 10:55 pm)
#115 of 139 Re: clunking intermediate steering shaft [hdfxdwg] by davethecarnut Nov 20, 2008 (10:55 pm)
Replying to: hdfxdwg (Nov 09, 2008 10:52 am) Unfortunately I was late replying for foxdog and others. I had the shaft replaced on my 03 for free from the factory and my dealer. I wrote an e-mail on the GMC website and I printed it and snail-mailed it to the office in Michigan. I guess the squeaky wheel does get "lubed". The rest of you should try it too. Don't give up.   And definitely don't pay for parts.

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