65 - 67 steering Column Question

What is the purpose of this clamp/spring?

 

Puts load on the lower bearing that keeps it in place..

 

Thanks Bob!

 

Bill, Check that lower bearing to make sure it's not worn out. My '67 had a completely worn-out lower bearing so I installed this upgraded bearing that is a direct replacement. I was pleased with it except that I had to pull the column out of the car to do the work.

 

Thanks..... I''ll look into mine B4 install...

 

Thanks - the one piece column is something else!