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  • Marina steering column lower felt bush

    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.

  • #2
    Re: Marina steering column lower felt bush

    quick fix, soak overnight in ep 90 and turn inside out ,refit. Or try Morris Minor spares
    Last edited by philcoyle; 07-03-19, 12:09 PM.

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    • #3
      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.

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      • #4
        Re: Marina steering column lower felt bush

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

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        • #5
          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.
          MOC member since 05/97
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          The reasonable man adapts himself to the world; the unreasonable one persists in trying to adapt the world to himself. Therefore all progress depends on the unreasonable man.

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          • #6
            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?

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            • #7
              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!
              MOC member since 05/97
              1984 Marlin Roadster SWB.
              1800TC, Unleaded ported head, stage 2 cam. Ford Type 9 gearbox, Dolomite Sprint rear axle fitted with MGF disc brakes.
              Three core radiator, Renault Clio vented front discs.
              The reasonable man adapts himself to the world; the unreasonable one persists in trying to adapt the world to himself. Therefore all progress depends on the unreasonable man.

              Loads of Marlin Reference can be found documents here or there.

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              • #8
                Re: Marina steering column lower felt bush

                Thanks for all your advice.

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                • #9
                  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.

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                  • #10
                    Re: Marina steering column lower felt bush

                    Originally posted by HairyDave View Post
                    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.
                    MOC member since 05/97
                    1984 Marlin Roadster SWB.
                    1800TC, Unleaded ported head, stage 2 cam. Ford Type 9 gearbox, Dolomite Sprint rear axle fitted with MGF disc brakes.
                    Three core radiator, Renault Clio vented front discs.
                    The reasonable man adapts himself to the world; the unreasonable one persists in trying to adapt the world to himself. Therefore all progress depends on the unreasonable man.

                    Loads of Marlin Reference can be found documents here or there.

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