Date:         Wed, 12 Dec 2012 16:31:35 -0500
Reply-To:     David Clarkson <dvdclarksn@AOL.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         David Clarkson <dvdclarksn@AOL.COM>
Subject:      Upper steering column grease recommendation and what else to do
              while replacing ignition switch
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I am replacing my ignition switch since mine has almost 300k on it and 
it's just a good idea IMHO. The part is very affordable and so far the 
whole repair has been much simpler than I imagined-didn't need a 
steering wheel puller at all. While I was looking at things I noticed 
the original solidified grease on the upper steering column bearing 
that is exposed and thought that I might re-pack it with some new 
grease. I was thinking of a moly grease but would like the group's 
recommendations. I was also thinking of cleaning the horn button 
contacts and connections and lightly coating them with some di-electric 
grease. Any other things that I might inspect, lubricate or do while I 
am in this neighborhood? The van is down for a few days awaiting a 
starter rebuild so I want to do it all while I'm in there. Oh, and I 
did remember to scribe a mark on the end of the steering shaft so that 
I will get the wheel correctly aligned when it all goes back together. 
Thanks everyone.

David Clarkson
90 Westy