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Old 11-15-2006, 05:05 PM   #1
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Power steering

Hey guy's, when converting manual steering to power steering, is it true all i need is the adapter plate and any newer set-up of a 2 wd chevy truck to go on my 62, pitman arm and all should work just fine? Thanks
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Old 11-16-2006, 01:28 PM   #2
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Re: Power steering

I think you also need to replace the pitman arm and also shorten the lower steering column shaft.

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Old 11-16-2006, 06:38 PM   #3
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Re: Power steering

This has been covered many times on the board. I know on a '64, all you need is a steering box, hoses, and pump from a later model truck. Don't need to change the pitman arm. I got it off a '85 truck. It can be done with or without a bracket. I did. But a bracket makes it easier. Yes you have to make the steering shaft shorter. Best $160.00 i've spent on my truck.

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Old 11-20-2006, 10:53 AM   #4
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Thanks for the info. guy's
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