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Steering wheel telescopic lock

When I loosen the steering wheel center  to pull the steering wheel column up and turn  what would be the horn ring to lock it in place, there isn't much tension and it doesn't stay in place if I lean into it. Does the center come off and adjust tension under it?
Thanks 1996 U295
1996 U295-36, Cummins 300hp, 8.3. Build number 4864. Vin number 1F97D536XTNO54271. Purchased October 31, 2019.
 

Re: Steering wheel telescopic lock

Reply #1 –
IF you have the "dumb" steering wheel (the one that just turns the wheels and honks the Hadleys) then the link below may be helpful:

Grand Villa Steering Wheel Removal

The telescoping mechanism is not locked by friction.  The locking device is inside the column.  I don't think there is any way to tighten it up, but I could be wrong.  See link below for a closer look at the telescoping mechanism on 1993 U280:

Steering Wheel Telescoping Mechanism
1993 U280 SE 40' WTBI, Build: 4359
C8.3 300hp, 6-Speed, Exhaust Brake
960 watts on the roof (6 x 160)
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