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camaney · 11-13-2008, 09:09 PM

ok i have 67 gmc shorth bed, also a 70 chevy shorth bed my chevy has power stering my gmc does not i notice the frame where the stering gear is has a indent for the chevy, the gmc does not how do i make it to fit and what years should i look for? thanks

68gmsee · 11-14-2008, 10:55 AM

Howdy... I have a 68 and I just used some washers to make up for the lack of indent on the frame. However, if you do a search under this forum, you will find some good info.

I believe mine came out of a late 70's or early 80's truck.

As for the indent, some guys have just banged the frame with a big hammer, others have cut, some use a torch to create the indent. I saw one that had an adapter for a 66 chevrolet. Not sure where he got that but it looks well made.

Here's a bump for you in case someone has more ideas...

jorgensensc · 11-14-2008, 11:34 AM

Careful using washers to space it out. It actually throws off the steering column line and can cause gearbox bearing wear, etc. Just a little heads up. If it were me I would heat and hammer the indention in. That seems the best way in my opinion.
Shawn

68gmsee · 11-14-2008, 06:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jorgensensc

Careful using washers to space it out.

True, true... In my case, my 68 has somewhat of an indent, just not enough. So a couple of washers was all I needed.

The bracket that I saw someone use on a 66 will certainly bring it out more at an angle. I believe if it was extreme, I would use some sort of swivel connector on the steering shaft like the hotrodders do.

Otherwise, I agree that creating your own indentation is the route to go.

68 C-10 KID · 12-13-2008, 01:46 AM

a place called dans classics sells the kit to convert it. very chep

**VetteVet** · 12-13-2008, 11:22 AM

Just the FAQs for you
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=216886

11-13-2008, 09:09 PM	#1
camaney Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: sacramento california Posts: 201	how to put power stering on a 67 gmc ok i have 67 gmc shorth bed, also a 70 chevy shorth bed my chevy has power stering my gmc does not i notice the frame where the stering gear is has a indent for the chevy, the gmc does not how do i make it to fit and what years should i look for? thanks

11-14-2008, 10:55 AM	#2
68gmsee Active Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Centrally located between Houston, Austin and Waco. BCS area. Posts: 7,947	Re: how to put power stering on a 67 gmc Howdy... I have a 68 and I just used some washers to make up for the lack of indent on the frame. However, if you do a search under this forum, you will find some good info. I believe mine came out of a late 70's or early 80's truck. As for the indent, some guys have just banged the frame with a big hammer, others have cut, some use a torch to create the indent. I saw one that had an adapter for a 66 chevrolet. Not sure where he got that but it looks well made. Here's a bump for you in case someone has more ideas...

11-14-2008, 11:34 AM	#3
jorgensensc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Cypress, Tx Posts: 4,005	Re: how to put power stering on a 67 gmc Careful using washers to space it out. It actually throws off the steering column line and can cause gearbox bearing wear, etc. Just a little heads up. If it were me I would heat and hammer the indention in. That seems the best way in my opinion. Shawn __________________ 1972 C20 Suburban- Big Blue Betty '56 Chevy Bel Air Sedan- Frame up Restoration -What would you attempt to achieve if you knew you could not fail?- -I Refuse To Tiptoe Through Life, Only To Arrive Safely At Death's Door- R.I.P. EAST SIDE LOW LIFE

12-13-2008, 01:46 AM	#5
68 C-10 KID Mean Green Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 522	Re: how to put power stering on a 67 gmc a place called dans classics sells the kit to convert it. very chep

12-13-2008, 11:22 AM	#6
VetteVet Msgt USAF Ret Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan Posts: 8,709	Re: how to put power stering on a 67 gmc Just the FAQs for you http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=216886 __________________ VetteVet metallic green 67 stepside 74 corvette convertible 1965 Harley sportster 1995 Harley wide glide Growing old is hell, but it beats the alternative.



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