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1995 456 "Sticky" Steering Column

Discussion in '456/550/575' started by bluedecember, Jan 10, 2007.

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  1. bluedecember

    bluedecember Rookie

    Jan 9, 2007
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    Ocala, Florida
    #1 bluedecember, Jan 10, 2007
    This is my 2nd 456 that I have owned and both have had the steering column get tacky. It is very annoying when you get in the car and your knees get this black crap all over them and it won't wash out! I have talked to the Dealer and there is no fix apparently. The car is stored under cover so it is not out in the sun, but I do live in Florida so is it the heat that causes this? And has anyone figured out a fix? Can you replace it?

    Chris
     
  2. Diablo456

    Diablo456 Karting

    Jul 27, 2006
    145
    #2 Diablo456, Jan 10, 2007
    The only fix I'm aware of is to strip the rubber coating and re-paint the component. Check the 355 section, those guys have a dissolving-interior problem as well and many have posted methods for the strip-and-recoat solution.
     
  3. donv

    donv Two Time F1 World Champ
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    Jan 5, 2002
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    #3 donv, Jan 10, 2007
    Mine is sticky also, but just on the top where it doesn't really matter.
     
  4. bluedecember

    bluedecember Rookie

    Jan 9, 2007
    11
    Ocala, Florida
    #4 bluedecember, Jan 10, 2007
    Ok, I will check that other post. I am glad there is at least some type of fix out there.

    Chris
     
  5. Davidindallas

    Davidindallas Formula Junior

    Nov 5, 2003
    344
    #5 Davidindallas, Jan 23, 2007
    No. The fix is far simpler. Go to Home Depot. Get "Goof off." Apply to a rag and wipe. Viola. Takes ten minutes. Expect to use multiple rags. The hard rubber is degrading and acting against itself. Unless you knock it off it will only get worse.
     
  6. bluedecember

    bluedecember Rookie

    Jan 9, 2007
    11
    Ocala, Florida
    #6 bluedecember, Jan 23, 2007
    Awesome! That is even easier...thanks for the reply
     
  7. dkny

    dkny Formula Junior

    Jun 8, 2005
    575
    Kingston, NY
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    dave
    #7 dkny, Jan 26, 2007
    Can some post a pick of the part that is sticky? Preferably of the car. thanks
     

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