Steering System

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The Datsun 1200 uses a tradition recirculating-ball Steering Gearbox with behind-the axle Steering Linkage. USA models used a Collapsible Steering Column to meet FMVSS standards, while most other countries got a rigid Steering Column.

Steering Gearbox and rigid Steering Column.

Collapsible Steering Column (under-dash view)

The bushing at the Steering wheel end of the column is the part most likely to go bad. It causes a squeak, squeak sound when you move teh steering wheel slightly.

• 1971-1973: 48910-H1021 BUSH-Column
• Newer utes use a totally different bush

The gearbox bolts to the subframe rail on driver's side of the car

gearbox (not bolted down in this pic) on driver's side, Idler arm on passenger side subframe rail. The Cross Rod is very visible here just behind the Engine Crossmember.

Modifications

See Rack And Pinion Steering

Gearbox Brace

Maddat Steering Holder