Originally Posted by gtx6970
Originally Posted by PhillyRag
Originally Posted by gtx6970
No bearing...just the white retainter and i think a molded rubber dust seal


Some later year columns did come what a lower bearing.
This from an original column/

I think the E body column with a lower bearing came out in 74,,,MAYBE 73
prior to that was just a dust seal and retainer
1970 has a lower support with snap ring to hold it in


This col. out of a 74. Took them 4 or years to realize it "may" be needed.
Therefore guessing it's a good upgrade for all years.