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Post by moparsteve on Jul 5, 2020 15:02:54 GMT 12
Hi
I was concerned to read in the latest Hot Rod magazine that a certifier required an OEM steering column to be dismantled to be sure it hadn't been welded. I have both a Camaro column and one from a Chevy van to use in projects. Due to the constant problems of aftermarket components being found unsuitable by LVVTA and rumours of custom front ends from some reputable sources also failing I now only use OEM parts in my cars.
Requiring an OEM component to be dismantled if it shows no signs of being meddled with seems unreasonable. And in that case all columns should be dismantled for inspection regardless of origin. Or is that whats coming next.
Can you please confirm
Regards
Steve
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Post by Chris on Jul 6, 2020 16:36:53 GMT 12
Hi I was concerned to read in the latest Hot Rod magazine that a certifier required an OEM steering column to be dismantled to be sure it hadn't been welded. I have both a Camaro column and one from a Chevy van to use in projects. Due to the constant problems of aftermarket components being found unsuitable by LVVTA and rumours of custom front ends from some reputable sources also failing I now only use OEM parts in my cars. Requiring an OEM component to be dismantled if it shows no signs of being meddled with seems unreasonable. And in that case all columns should be dismantled for inspection regardless of origin. Or is that whats coming next. Can you please confirm Regards Steve Hi Steve If a steering column has been transplanted into a vehicle to which the column was not fitted in the factory, then it is likely it would require dismantling to assess for non OEM welds, the exception would be where a certifier can be 100% confident in their assessment that the steering column remains unmodified. Cheers Chris |
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Post by moparsteve on Jul 6, 2020 17:26:42 GMT 12
Hi Chris
Ok thanks for that reply.
That's obviously of concern. So does that also apply to steering racks and other critical components in the same scenario and I guess also will include after market columns as they may have been modified prior to fitting.
Regards
Steve
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Post by Chris on Jul 6, 2020 21:28:19 GMT 12
Hi Chris Ok thanks for that reply. That's obviously of concern. So does that also apply to steering racks and other critical components in the same scenario and I guess also will include after market columns as they may have been modified prior to fitting. Regards Steve Hiya Steve, If the certifier has concerns about a second hand steering component, then yes, the certifier is within their rights to request that the component is stripped for inspection for non OE welds. To keep it in perspective - the stripping of a tilt column for inspection is not a big job for someone with the right tools and experience (an experienced steering specialist should be stripping them) We have stripped a few columns (both aftermarket and OE) for inspection and verification purposes and has taken less than half an hour. Cheers
Chris
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Post by moparsteve on Jul 7, 2020 10:27:54 GMT 12
Thanks Chris
Your slight change of wording in your latest message ie if the certifier has concerns about a second hand component it will require stripping makes perfect sense and would be regarded as reasonable. Rather than "If a steering column has been transplanted into a vehicle to which the column was not fitted in the factory, then it is likely it would require dismantling". I will ensure the certifier I choose has no concerns with my components prior to commencement of the process.
Regards
Steve
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