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07-21-2015, 02:48 AM
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Manual Steering
Once I get my truck in running and driving condition is driving it with manual steering any harder than manual steering in a car? Its really just a matter of applying power while you turn to make it easier isn't it?
I'm sure tire width comes into play as well as engine weight too correct? I'm thinking of adding a hydro boost system for the new brake system but don't have the budget for both the gear box and the brake swap.
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07-21-2015, 07:31 AM
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Re: Manual Steering
with tyres at correct air pressure and if you have hands and can see out of the windscreen you'll have no trouble
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07-21-2015, 08:40 AM
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Re: Manual Steering
I would do power steering before power brakes...in fact I did PS and added front disc without power.
Manual steering was a real pain especially in town driving.
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07-21-2015, 09:45 AM
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Re: Manual Steering
I agree. Power steering is probably the easiest upgrade to do with the greatest increase in ease of driving. The number of turns is cut in half and you won't have to almost peel the plastic off the wheel trying to turn it.
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07-21-2015, 01:36 PM
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Re: Manual Steering
I guess it depends on where you live. If you drive in an urban area with lots of traffic I could see how it would get old real quick! I live in a small town/rural area so not really a big deal. My driver 66 has manual steering and the sm420 four-speed so it definitely keeps your hands and arms busy! All that being said I believe that the brake upgrade should be higher on the list of priorities that power steering, especially for safety and reliability. Joseph
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07-21-2015, 02:27 PM
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Re: Manual Steering
Im in So-Cal, right in town, and have manual steering with 235 wide tires. As long as they are at the correct pressure (35 lbs) I have no issues. I even have all the parts to add PS, but for now, its fine without.
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07-21-2015, 05:49 PM
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Re: Manual Steering
I think it's a non issue. My 64 was pretty easy to swing around - a good bit easier than the '57 PU with the straight front axle.
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07-21-2015, 06:05 PM
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Re: Manual Steering
I'm sure manual is fine, but I luv my power steering.
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07-21-2015, 09:26 PM
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Re: Manual Steering
Don't make the mistake thinking power brakes result in better braking. It only reduces pedal effort.
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07-22-2015, 02:56 AM
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Re: Manual Steering
I'm adding a 640HP BBC to it and I would rather stop then make turns easier. I'm going to contact a company to see why they couldn't change the ratio in the manual box to something quicker, if they can do it for power steering boxes why not.
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07-22-2015, 09:21 AM
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Re: Manual Steering
Quicker ratio = harder steering
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07-23-2015, 07:01 PM
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Re: Manual Steering
All 3 of my trucks have manual steering and I rotate on driving all 3 as my daily driver with no issue.
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07-23-2015, 08:17 PM
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Re: Manual Steering
Hmmm. Pour some gear oil in the manual box and watch it drip through. Go to the junkyard and there sits a 67 with P.S. Grab the box and collapsible shaft. It was an easy decision for me. But it has lost some of its originality.
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07-23-2015, 08:55 PM
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Re: Manual Steering
Mine was almost a one hander...and when I took the gear box off it was dry as a bone inside!
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