Install Arm (Pitman) - Hudson Eight 1930 Service & Operating Manual

Disconnect rear end of drag link from pitman arm. Remove nut holding pitman arm to steering-gear cross
shaft. Disconnect steering gear to lighting switch ball joint. Disconnect horn wire at horn. Loosen jacket tube
cowl bracket. Using special tool HE-20, pull off pitman arm. Remove three nuts holding steering case to
frame bracket. Move steering gear case in order to remove pitman arm. REPLACE pitman arm. Tighten nuts
holding steering case to frame bracket. Tighten jacket tube cowl bracket. Connect lighting switch lever ball
joint. Connect horn wire. Connect drag link to pitman arm. Replace cross shaft nut and tighten securely.
Remarks:

INSTALL ARM (PITMAN)

INSTALL ARM (PITMAN)
ADJUSTMENTS
Before replacing pitman arm, turn steering wheel
to exact midway position of its travel, and front
wheels in straight ahead position. Pitman arm should
point straight down
Suggestions: Lack of lubrication and mis-alignment will cause the steering gear to bind. Keep tires inflated
to recommended pressure. In case of shimmy, increase pressure from 5 to 8 pounds. Loose front spring bolts
may cause shimmy. Wheel bearings should be properly adjusted and wheels should run true. Examine front
end bolts and connections for general tightness. Imperfect balance in wheels may cause tramp.
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PROCEDURE OF OPERATION
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SPECIAL TOOLS
HE-20 Steering arm puller
HE-143 Screw driver
HE-23 Pitman arm nut wrench
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