Play in the steering box!

[CopperTop]

I purchased a brand new IROC Z steering box and I have play in it. Can someone point me in the right direction on how to correct it...

 

[LS6 Tommy]

If it's new there shouldn't be any play. Check your rag joint on the steering shaft, tie rod ends, idler & pittman arm joints...

Tommy

 

[CopperTop]

Every single thing is new. I have the jeep steering shaft in it as well.
Its almost like not having power steering the car drifts in the grooves

 

[LS6 Tommy]

In that case, if it's not too late, I'd exchange it. If you can't, back off on the locknut on the top cover. Tighten the slotted screw a little at a time & test drive after each adjustment. If you go too tight, the steering won't return to center properly or the steering will feel tight or "sticky".

Tommy

 

[CopperTop]

Hey Tommy thanks for taking a minute to reply. I give up.. lol There is a shop around my job that has been around for years and they specialise in frontends, Im going to let the pros check it out.