Replaced my turn signal canceling cam and have extra piece

[71convert]

I replaced the turn signal canceling cam on my 1971 mustang. After I got everything re-wired and back in place, I noticed a small, thin metal bar about an inch long laying on my workbench. It's at the bottom of the picture and is circled in red. Can anyone tell me if this may be part of the steering column and if so, where it would go? I took a before and after pic of this area and didn't see any differences beside the part I replaced. Thanks.

 

[71convert]

I'm kind of relieved that no one replied to my question and told me whatever fell out of my steering column is needed. Looks like I can put the steering wheel back on. This may be the first time the forum members were thanked for not responding!

 

[dieseldave]

It goes under the turn signal cancelling cam. Should be put back in there.

 

[71convert]

It goes under the turn signal cancelling cam. Should be put back in there.

dieseldave, do you know where this part would be attached under the cancelling cam or maybe have a diagram? I couldn't find anything. Thanks.

 

[dieseldave]

I'll take a picture today. Dave

 

[dieseldave]

I think the small piece of metal is "spring metal."

 

[71convert]

Thanks Dave. I will take my cancelling cam off and put it back where it belongs. Can you tell me what type of lube you used on your steering column? Mine in bone dry.

Also, is there some type of lube that needs to be applied to the back of the steering wheel where it mounts with the steering column?

 

[dieseldave]

I used grease. White lub is factory.

 

[71convert]

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I used grease. White lub is factory.

Thanks Dave.