1949 Cadillac 62

[terrycedar]

Hi,

I am assembling the steering box and there is a part #18.0525 RETAINER, SECTOR SHAFT PACKING that I do not remember having taken off.  I have attached a schematic showing the part at the top of the pitman shaft and just prior to pitman control arm.  I have also attached a photo prior to taking off frame.
I would appreciate any assistance you can give me on this. 

Thank you!!

Terry

[Bobby B]

Terry,
  Hi....From the looks of it, it looks like the grease seal for the shaft. On my '47 it was a real thin ring (retainer) with a felt type seal that was in the recess. I think they're showing it as 2 pieces in the diagram. Is that what's confusing you?
                                                                    Bobby

[terrycedar]

Hi Bobby,

Thank you for your reply!!  I am confused because I have the Grease retaining packing which goes into the recess and up against the bronze bushing. That is called a 18.0505 Packing, Grease retaining.  This other part shown is the part I am confused about.  I looked the parts up and you have the same for your '47.  If you are saying you only have the grease retaining seal, that makes sense to me as I cannot figure out what the purpose is for the sector shaft packing retainer.  Thoughts?

Once again, thank you Bobby.  You will probably be hearing a lot from me as I start assembling my 49 convertible. I just hope I can find all the pieces.

Terry