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Clivis · 05-07-2018, 10:14 AM

Can someone direct me to an existing thread that would help me work out the details of converting a 1968 k10 to power steering? I have a 1985 Corp 10bolt front axle, power steering box, pump and new control arm, drive links, and pitman arm. I just need to attach the box to the frame with the correct geometry. Any help is appreciated.
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**special-K** · 05-14-2018, 07:26 AM

I don't know of a thread to share on this, and I have not done this swap. But I have always felts it would be exactly what you are doing...change everything involved. Probably all you need is the location of the steering box on a '70-'72 from a given point on the frame, since frames are no different other than steering box mounting. Pick a point and I'll see what I can do on my '72. What would be better is if someone has an open chassis.

61K10 · 05-16-2018, 12:46 PM

ck with captain fab he makes what you need. plate to mount the steering box.

**kwmech** · 05-17-2018, 12:50 AM

68 frame should be dimpled where the box bolts on. So everything is a bolt on, 'cept the pressure line unless you use the 85 pump with the early brackets depending on which engine you have and the pulley system

61K10 · 05-17-2018, 01:03 PM

thought it might be dimpled, just a year off lol.

**First c10** · 05-27-2018, 12:22 PM

68 frame is not dimpled for PS. I did this swap on my hulk jr build around post 63 link is in my signature. I used captain fabs bracket and a steering shaft I met I found at CPP. I used stock 72 PS hoses from the parts store

I hope this helps

**kwmech** · 05-27-2018, 10:47 PM

If it is a real 68 it should be dimpled

**First c10** · 05-28-2018, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by kwmech

If it is a real 68 it should be dimpled

Not sure about that, as all 67-68 that have Manuel steering boxes some just had hydraulic power assist and not a actual power steering gear box.
Maybe a half year thing? Early 68 versus a late 68? 69 up had the dimpled frames.
Interesting non the less.

**kwmech** · 05-28-2018, 04:59 PM

See post number 7

I have 2 68s both were dimpled. Every 68 I've seen has been, beit manual or power steering. Never seen an assisted 68 only 67 and older

**First c10** · 05-29-2018, 12:02 AM

Well check out my post 6. It has directions to a true 1968 k10 LWB that is not dimpled. Because you haven’t seen one! After you check it out you can say you have

. Good luck Clivis.

05-07-2018, 10:14 AM	#1
Clivis Registered User Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Woodland Park CO Posts: 2	Converting a 1968 k10 to power steering. Can someone direct me to an existing thread that would help me work out the details of converting a 1968 k10 to power steering? I have a 1985 Corp 10bolt front axle, power steering box, pump and new control arm, drive links, and pitman arm. I just need to attach the box to the frame with the correct geometry. Any help is appreciated. Posted via Mobile Device

05-14-2018, 07:26 AM	#2
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Converting a 1968 k10 to power steering. I don't know of a thread to share on this, and I have not done this swap. But I have always felts it would be exactly what you are doing...change everything involved. Probably all you need is the location of the steering box on a '70-'72 from a given point on the frame, since frames are no different other than steering box mounting. Pick a point and I'll see what I can do on my '72. What would be better is if someone has an open chassis. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

05-16-2018, 12:46 PM	#3
61K10 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: pleasant valley--placerville ca Posts: 3,039	Re: Converting a 1968 k10 to power steering. ck with captain fab he makes what you need. plate to mount the steering box. __________________ 1961 chevy K10 my build is------------61K10 build

05-17-2018, 12:50 AM	#4
kwmech Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Colfax-California Posts: 8,659	Re: Converting a 1968 k10 to power steering. 68 frame should be dimpled where the box bolts on. So everything is a bolt on, 'cept the pressure line unless you use the 85 pump with the early brackets depending on which engine you have and the pulley system

05-17-2018, 01:03 PM	#5
61K10 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: pleasant valley--placerville ca Posts: 3,039	Re: Converting a 1968 k10 to power steering. thought it might be dimpled, just a year off lol. __________________ 1961 chevy K10 my build is------------61K10 build

05-27-2018, 12:22 PM	#6
First c10 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Los Banos CA Posts: 2,706	Re: Converting a 1968 k10 to power steering. 68 frame is not dimpled for PS. I did this swap on my hulk jr build around post 63 link is in my signature. I used captain fabs bracket and a steering shaft I met I found at CPP. I used stock 72 PS hoses from the parts store I hope this helps __________________ 1956 Chevy Bel Air 2 door 1956 Chevy 210 4 Door 1970 K20 LWB project the Hulk build w/Supercharged 4.8L-ly2/4L60E HULK BUILD 1970 C10 Yellow/White Deluxe LWB w/ 5.3L-LC9/6L80E 1968 K10 LWB Dark green my son calls it "THE HULK Jr"HULK JR SOLD GO GO!!!

05-27-2018, 10:47 PM	#7
kwmech Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Colfax-California Posts: 8,659	Re: Converting a 1968 k10 to power steering. If it is a real 68 it should be dimpled

05-28-2018, 04:59 PM	#9
kwmech Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Colfax-California Posts: 8,659	Re: Converting a 1968 k10 to power steering. See post number 7 I have 2 68s both were dimpled. Every 68 I've seen has been, beit manual or power steering. Never seen an assisted 68 only 67 and older

05-29-2018, 12:02 AM	#10
First c10 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Los Banos CA Posts: 2,706	Re: Converting a 1968 k10 to power steering. Well check out my post 6. It has directions to a true 1968 k10 LWB that is not dimpled. Because you haven’t seen one! After you check it out you can say you have . Good luck Clivis. __________________ 1956 Chevy Bel Air 2 door 1956 Chevy 210 4 Door 1970 K20 LWB project the Hulk build w/Supercharged 4.8L-ly2/4L60E HULK BUILD 1970 C10 Yellow/White Deluxe LWB w/ 5.3L-LC9/6L80E 1968 K10 LWB Dark green my son calls it "THE HULK Jr"HULK JR SOLD GO GO!!!



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