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Old 09-05-2018, 12:02 PM   #1
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Low mount power setaring pump

I was wondering if a low mount power steering pump for a 350 will fit on our trucks. Does anyone run one do they have any issues?
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Old 09-05-2018, 12:43 PM   #2
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Re: Low mount power setaring pump

Back in the day I ran one from a van. They mount to the bottom holes on the block and one on the first bolt for the exhaust. I did this because I didn't have accessory holes on my 283. I think I still have the pump somewhere. Might have to use it on my other truck.
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Old 09-05-2018, 12:50 PM   #3
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Re: Low mount power setaring pump

It cleared the frame rail with no problems?
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Old 09-05-2018, 12:54 PM   #4
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Re: Low mount power setaring pump

I was looking at the one that vintage air sells and i was worried that it might hit the frame rail.
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Old 09-05-2018, 12:55 PM   #5
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Re: Low mount power setaring pump

I you're running a LWP you can run it. No problem.
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Old 09-05-2018, 01:16 PM   #6
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Re: Low mount power setaring pump

I have one similar to that on my tk. The pulley is close to the frame rail so short belt size is a must. better to have an early pump with a k-way pulley.
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Old 09-05-2018, 02:13 PM   #7
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Re: Low mount power setaring pump

Forest,

I just posted a low mount steering pump installation on my build thread " 1966 K20 adventure rig". It should still be on page one.
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Old 09-05-2018, 02:32 PM   #8
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Re: Low mount power setaring pump

In the photos it looks like it gets really close to the frame.
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Old 09-05-2018, 03:23 PM   #9
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Re: Low mount power setaring pump

It isn't really. The pulley is a comfortable distance from the frame. I also have a belt that is an inch shorter, which will create more distance from the frame. I'll install the shorter belt and post a better photo.
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Old 09-05-2018, 04:19 PM   #10
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Re: Low mount power setaring pump

I used an Alan Grove 400L bracket on my '64 with a 350 for years with no frame interference issues.
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Re: Low mount power setaring pump

the shortest belt is harder to install--way the key-way pulley.
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Old 09-05-2018, 07:09 PM   #12
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Re: Low mount power setaring pump

Thank you all I ordered the low mount bracket from vintage air and we will see how it goes.
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Old 09-06-2018, 12:13 AM   #13
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Re: Low mount power setaring pump

The power steering pump installed in that position is normally used with a short water pump. The short water pump is what all trucks '55-'72 came with from the factory. You likely could use it with a long water pump, if you can get the correct pulley that will line up.
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Re: Low mount power setaring pump

Mine is in the stock location.
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