Replacing the lower steering column bearing on an 88-98 OBS Chevy 1500

[@ronaldsteveson76]

Great videos sir! Things like removing the brake booster and having everything clean to see what's going on really makes a difference.👍 Thank you

[@fireboid]

This is what I was looking for. Same issue with the bearing being loose inside the plastic containment housing, and the shaft clunking around in it after installation. Heck, my original bushing was still tighter than that, so I knew this bearing assembly couldn't be correct, so I've been searching for videos where people are showing the assembly of the bearing and how it's contained, rather than simply installing it, and yours is the only one I've found. Seems kinda dumb this bearing is sent out unassembled, leaving the customer to "snap" it together, when it seems obvious that fitment should be checked before sending them out. I didn't get mine from steering column services, but I'll be contacting them for a new one. Thanks!

[@MediocreMedic123]

Wow that bearing took me forever to get out without the right tools

[@georgeleuer6037]

Inspired by your video I did the lower bearing today using Steering Column Services parts. Next week I'll tackle the upper column bearings. Thanks

[@Emojielly]

Thank you thank you most of these guys that make videos are so stoned or drunk they can't even do a simple order of installing or removing a bearing

[@ator2659]

Good stuff man. Sucks they sent you a faulty part, but glad they sent you a replacement. Would like to see the follow up vid 👍🏽.

[@SuburbanRanch]

Watch till the end, we received a new bearing housing that was much tighter and installed it. No more play in the column! Thanks for watching!

[@ator2659]

@@SuburbanRanch I did watch. I was referring to reinstalling the steering shaft.

[@SuburbanRanch]

@A Tor Oh I see. We weren’t planning on making a steering shaft re-install video, but lots of other content coming soon!

[@rockfangd]

Excellent video. Very informative. Thank you

[@juanbarturen2726]

Mine is a 1986 Chevy Astro van column in my 54 Chevy truck.

[@frommyangel]

It was nice of the company to replace the bad bearing housing but sad that they don’t have better quality control

[@ricardocontreras8861]

Bought this exact kit from Summit, had to exchange it 3 times because of the bearing having too much play in the plastic housing.... now I’m stuck with it. Old bearing fell apart once I removed it.

[@ricardocontreras8861]

Brand: Crown Automotive

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Ricardo Contreras If you are still looking for a good part I would contact Doug from steeringcolumnservices.com. He was very good about getting us a tighter fitting bearing and even installed it himself to make sure it was a good fit before sending it out. I would reach out to him, tell him we say hi if you do.

[@dahwulf1228]

I've been working on a 1986 K20, steering column manual shift with tilt steering, glad I watched your video, having the same problem with the white bushings not fitting the bearing, and the wiper switch is giving me the same thing, switch on the truck has 5 wires and all the new ones come with 7 wires Question is what bearing number did you use for the lower bearing and how did you get the bushing the correct size. And do you have any information about the wiper switch

[@SuburbanRanch]

@DAH Wulf I would contact Doug from steeringcolumnservices.com. He was very good about getting us a tighter fitting bearing and even installed it himself to make sure it was a good fit before sending it out. I would reach out to him, tell him we say hi if you do. The part numbers that we used and the link to it are in the description of the video. Hope that helps!

[@shawnmcclure7282]

I was having same issue but I found out bearing snaps into white bushing then installs

[@germanjimenez1125]

Thanksforthehelpfulvideo.But still have alot of movement on the shaft about 2 inches straight up and down .Already replaced bottom also. What holds the inner shaft from moving so much? 1993 GMC 35000 no tilt

[@SuburbanRanch]

@German Jimenez You have movement after replacing the lower bearing? That doesn’t seem correct.

[@mjreeves3]

I know this is an older video but hoping you still reply! I just replaced the intermediate steering shaft on my ‘96 K1500. The steering wheel now feels a little “off”, but not by much. Is it possible that I installed the steering coupler (rag joint) off by a spline or two on the steering gear input shaft? Or is there only one way the coupler fits onto the shaft? Thanks for the vid!

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Mike Reeves There is only one way it fits on.

[@shawnmcclure7282]

Same on 80s columns too

[@juanbarturen2726]

Hi great information. Do you have the part number for the steering column bearing you replaced. I looked up Steering Column Services. But I would like to ask for the right bearing.. thank you.

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Juan Barturen Part numbers are in the video description. You may want to check out our other video on this before getting this one. Installing a Wolff Engineering lower steering column cartridge bearing in a 78-95 Chevy 1500 kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2W5nGN9nqZsftU

[@Tonygarry78]

Question! What would cause knocking in steering wheel? This bearing? Shaft? Just about eveyrthing with steering is new. Except shaft and bearing.

[@SuburbanRanch]

@HAMMER I would think the knock would be caused by the bearing.

[@dahwulf1228]

Saw online that this guy ordered 10 of the bearings kits for his shop and all of them have the same problem

[@ricardocontreras8861]

Ordered one from Summit. I have the same exact problem.

[@bluesteeljay9343]

After all that bearing beat down how's the bearing at the tilt on the steering wheel ?

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Mega Jay I haven’t noticed any issues with the tilt. Is there a better way to install the bearing?

[@bluesteeljay9343]

@@SuburbanRanch if you haven't replaced the upper bearing perfect time to make another vid. You didn't seem to be slammin it so i wondered if you got any play up top. But some added goodness: finger a little bearing grease on them bearings for added longevity. Also theirs an o-ring inside the bearing. To make it a little easier too take a scotch to the shaft portion and place a little, neumatic oil, light oil an or i prefer some dish soap. Dish soap in a day or two evaporates. Just to added an easier time on hammering it up over the shaft. Old plumbers technique. But overall good clean visual demonstration. I did this last year on my 89 k5. And here in a few months ill be upgrading the rag joint on my 88 c3500.

[@shawnmcclure7282]

@@bluesteeljay9343 Did u do the jeep xj shaft?

[@bluesteeljay9343]

@@shawnmcclure7282 i went rich an purchased a borgeson steering shaft. The version with dual universal joints and adjusting telliscopic shaft. I did this in an 89 k5 blazer, rv body. Soon ill be doing this to my 88 gmt400 c3500 next. Look for deals. I found it from a seller kn amazon selling it almost 90$ cheaper. Than the raised the price up soon after. 2 years ago

[@shawnmcclure7282]

@@bluesteeljay9343 OK thankyou!

[@ronaldsteveson76]

Sir I just received my bearing kit and the same thing with the housing being to big. The bearing snapped into place but loose as your first bearing was. What is my next move? Should I try to put it in a vise or just call them tomorrow. Thanks for your help in advance.

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Ronald Stevenson Where did you get the kit from? If you got it from steeringcolumnservices.com I would contact them and they should be able to help you. Doug knew exactly what the problem was when we asked about it. He was very good about getting us a tighter fitting bearing, I would reach out to him, tell him we say hi if you do.

[@ronaldsteveson76]

Yes sir Doug is who I talked too

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Ronald Stevenson Dang sorry about that. Well I would call them and see if you can get another.

[@ronaldsteveson76]

@@SuburbanRanch I no sir I thank you again for the video . I have it in and there is very little if no play. Very pleased

[@digitallando]

What is the equivalent for a 1998 K2500 Silverado? The intermediate steering shaft is the same but the upper assembly is different, thanks.

[@SuburbanRanch]

Here is the website we got the part from www.steeringcolumnservices.com/gm-buick-cadillac-chevrolet-oldsmobile-pontiac/brgkit60-lower-bearing-kit.php But I would take a look at our other video on a newer style bearing: Installing a Wolff Engineering lower steering column cartridge bearing in a 88-95 Chevy 1500 kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2W5nGN9nqZsftU

[@digitallando]

@@SuburbanRanch Thanks, actually my problem might be a worn power steering sensor on the upper shaft that the 98 has and the 95 doesn't. It controls fluid flow.

[@ge0ne063]

What's the part number for Summit? Im on the fence about installing this part after hearing the explanation the parts guy gave you 🤔 makes me wonder about the longevity of it

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Ge0 Ne0 Someone gave us a different bearing that looks a lot more robust. We will be doing a video on it in the coming weeks. Finishing up the front end finally. I would wait if you can until we see how that one works.

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Ge0 Ne0 I recommend the new bearing we installed. It’s well built and very solid. kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2W5nGN9nqZsftU

[@1notears4life]

Bro i know its an old video but when u forced the bearing in did it got tight to turn the wheel? It looked like went in all forced and the bearings could have been pressured and might not move freely. Did that happen?

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Uff The wheel did not get tight.

[@BFVsnypEz]

Im going to get rid of my crappy plastic dorman bearing on my 04 Sierra and replace it with a metal bearing.

[@SuburbanRanch]

@OdensColdDry That’s what we did after this. Check out the video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2W5nGN9nqZsftU

[@clintivy623]

Would this be the same bearing kit needed for a 1989 2500?

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Clint Ivy It should be, as long as it’s an automatic. The manual had a different bearing

[@clintivy623]

@@SuburbanRanch thank you. Just found your channel and awesome videos. Thank you for the help

[@israelmuniz3215]

Can this cause play in the steering wheels if worn out, all new steering components and new rag joint and gear box, when I move the shaft, only the top portion moves, wondering if this will fix my problem?

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Israel Muñiz If the shaft going into the steering box is turning but the wheels aren’t, you probably need to adjust the steering box. There is an adjustment screw on top of the box. Maybe I need to do a video on this??

[@mazdab220]

U didn’t really shake it like last lol

[@wadecreighton4584]

Hey guys I’m looking for the lower steering bearing to replace on my 97 unfortunately the links you provided don’t service the part. I’ve been looking all over and the closest I can get is a 98. What should I do? Your help is greatly appreciated.

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Wade Creighton I believe their part we have linked fits 1969-2006 models according to the site.

[@wadecreighton4584]

Hey guys thank you I had forgotten the Wolf lower steering bearing y’all did later so I went that direction and made the order hopefully y’all still like the product!

[@austingarcia8929]

Hi I know this is an older video but I currently have a 89 s10 blazer and can’t find the lower intermediate shaft for my car. So if I replace the bearing and the rag joint will it help the popping noise I hear?

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Austin Garcia Can you tell where the popping is coming from? Could be a tie rod.

[@austingarcia8929]

@@SuburbanRanch it’s coming from the intermediate shaft it’s all worn out and only makes a popping when turning.

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Austin Garcia I’m not sure, we have never taken apart the intermediate shaft. Can you identify if the popping is coming from the lower bearing?

[@DavidFernandez-bs3ld]

Sweet

[@leemp337]

sounds like Steering Column Services has bad quality control since this happens quite often. This is such an easy part to routinely replace that i will just go with stock and avoid a bad part being mailed to me and delaying down time waiting for a replacement. that's unfortunate for SCS.

[@SuburbanRanch]

@leemp337 There’s a better part available, we did a video on it after this. Take a look. kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2W5nGN9nqZsftU

[@ricardocontreras8861]

Do you happen to know the inside dimension of the bearing?

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Ricardo Contreras hmmm I want to say 1” but I’m not certain on that.

[@altonkenne579]

I have a 1994 silverado 1500 and would like to see a video on that vehicle it needs the same part replaced but looks a lil different

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Alton Kenne Is your truck a manual?

[@altonkenne579]

@@SuburbanRanch 5.7 auto extended cab

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Alton Kenne Hm, is it a tilt steering wheel?

[@altonkenne579]

@@SuburbanRanch yes it is

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Alton Kenne What looks different? It should be the same.

[@dannyhullihen966]

Unfortunately, it looks like getting the correct bearing kit is a big roll of the dice! I hope to find a more reliable source for the correct part.

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Danny Hullihen I agree with rolling the dice on getting a good bearing

[@tschupbach]

My 1998 Silverado 1500 2DW doesn't have this style bearing, it's just a plastic ring inside the boot on the firewall. Any ideas?

[@SuburbanRanch]

@tschupbach I would contact the guys at Wolff Engineering and see if they have something that will work for your truck. See our other video on their bearing.

[@paulwhittaker835]

Did you ever figure it out

[@jraguilera2700]

hi i have a question does the steering column where you put the bearing in move in and out.i tried replacing my bearing and it wants to move in and out is that normal?i been looking for answers for over a week but i cant get a real answer.

[@SuburbanRanch]

@jr aguilera The steering shaft did not move in and out.

[@orlandoalonso6771]

I wan to know if this part fit on chevy c3500 1993 6.5

[@SuburbanRanch]

Here is the website we got the part from www.steeringcolumnservices.com/gm-buick-cadillac-chevrolet-oldsmobile-pontiac/brgkit60-lower-bearing-kit.php But I would take a look at our other video on a newer style bearing: Installing a Wolff Engineering lower steering column cartridge bearing in a 88-95 Chevy 1500 kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2W5nGN9nqZsftU

[@anthonycarranza8342]

Is this what causes play in the steering wheel when driving

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Anthony Carranza It can!

[@robertcarlos78]

Is there a part number for that.

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Robert Garcia Everything is in the description. We have another video after this one with a better part, you may want to get that one if you have a little extra cash. Here’s the link to the video kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2W5nGN9nqZsftU

[@Tonygarry78]

took me 4 hours to replace my rag joint. w.t.e?

[@SuburbanRanch]

@HAMMER I think took us maybe half of that. We did have things already apart though.

[@xiajackey3309]

I am making this lower bearing kit, are you interested? Say Hello to Mr Doug, my friend.

[@SuburbanRanch]

@xia jackey sure, can you tell me more about the bearing you are making?

[@xiajackey3309]

@@SuburbanRanch , we made bearing 5696210, which belongs to bearing kit 7844651

[@garypark2251]

That the same thing for a 95 Chevy Silverado Half ton short Bed

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Gary Park Most likely it’s the same.

[@juanchoman9824]

Is this the same for 1984 c10

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Juancho Man It’s probably similar but I don’t know for sure, sorry.

[@MediocreMedic123]

3 years late but yes it la the same for 81-87

[@akbound.prepper5676]

This is not the same as my 1998 Chevy Silverado k1500 I ordered that same bearing kit from steering column services and it will not work for my 1998 Chevy Silverado now I have to send it back Grrrrrr

[@DollieMorgan-d6h]

were caN GET berring noone got them here

[@SuburbanRanch]

Do they not have it at the link in the description?