Marina steering column lower felt bush

[matthewg]

I've seen various other threads about the lower felt bush on the Marina steering column.
Does anyone know where to source a replacement, and if so what part number?
I'm not certain if a mini part is suitable.

[philcoyle]

Re: Marina steering column lower felt bush

quick fix, soak overnight in ep 90 and turn inside out ,refit. Or try Morris Minor spares

[Ye Ol Ripper]

Re: Marina steering column lower felt bush

Hi Matthew
I believe it will be classic mini, because the top white nylon/plastic bush is classic mini.Therefore the column tubes internal diameter must be identical. The top bush is where the play usually occurs. As Phil has said the felt pad will expand by soaking in oil.

[charles44]

Re: Marina steering column lower felt bush

Agree with Ripper - I used the classic Mini bushes and they are still working three years later

[stevejgreen]

Re: Marina steering column lower felt bush

Both bushes, classic mini.
if you change one, change both, upper and lower, + the Triumph 2000 Rubber UJ, But take the opportunity to Grease the lower UJ as it often gets forgotten.

[Ye Ol Ripper]

Re: Marina steering column lower felt bush

[QUOTE=stevejgreen;49437
But take the opportunity to Grease the lower UJ as it often gets forgotten.[/QUOTE]
Hi Steve
Are you referring to the lower uj that fits onto the steering box as I don't recall it having a grease nipple on mine?

[stevejgreen]

Re: Marina steering column lower felt bush

No grease nipple, which it is why it gets ignored.

Seen it too often on other vehicles, even a squirt of of 3in1 is better than neglecting a part that could not have seen lube in 30 years.

If you are inspecting or dismantling parts, check them all!

[matthewg]

Re: Marina steering column lower felt bush

Thanks for all your advice.

[HairyDave]

Re: Marina steering column lower felt bush

As Steve says the bottom U/J benefits from being oiled. It can slowly seize up over time. Ive had that on a Marina and a Sherpa.

[stevejgreen]

Re: Marina steering column lower felt bush

As Steve says the bottom U/J benefits from being oiled. It can slowly seize up over time. Ive had that on a Marina and a Sherpa.

Seen it on multiple vehicles, tucked down in the salt area, and missed or ignored on many.
Its fundamental to control your vehicle.