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Ray60apache · 07-07-2017, 10:04 AM

Thanks in advance,

I have a 60 short step half ton. My research so far had brought up cross steer conversions which I do not have.

My box pitman arm shaft spline comes out the side and the arm points straight down. Then linkage runs horizontal to the top of knuckle.

Would love some help. Thanks Ray

Ray60apache · 07-07-2017, 10:47 AM

This forum is my only hope, or I head to junk yard and find something.

ccp says none of their boxes are heavy enough for 4x4.
lmc has nothing
Golden state trucks has nothing

I have called all 4x4 shops in sac, nothing.

I have emailed Captain Fab. And another vendor on this site.

nonstop · 07-07-2017, 10:48 AM

Captain Fab will be the guy to help! he makes some great power steering conversion brackets!

Ray60apache · 07-07-2017, 10:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nonstop

Captain Fab will be the guy to help! he makes some great power steering conversion brackets!

Thanks I hope so, I don't know if the 8 inch lift will create a problem or not.

Nanook · 07-07-2017, 11:47 AM

If you do find a solution, please post as I am also very interested in this conversion.

Thanks

Ray60apache · 07-07-2017, 11:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nanook

If you do find a solution, please post as I am also very interested in this conversion.

Thanks

Just maybe getting close, maybe a push pull steering box from an 80s chevy 4x4 will work. May have to fab my brackets but I can do that.
I will post the results.

61K10 · 07-07-2017, 01:26 PM

search for 4x4 builds here. there is a few of us the that have done it. Captains mounting plate is what i used. I take it you have a stock front axle (closed knuckle)? Go to the 6o-66 forum and ck out my build. A little more info over there. You could drive up the hill and ck out mine as you are in Sac.

Ray60apache · 07-07-2017, 01:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 61K10

search for 4x4 builds here. there is a few of us the that have done it. Captains mounting plate is what i used. I take it you have a stock front axle (closed knuckle)? Go to the 6o-66 forum and ck out my build. A little more info over there. You could drive up the hill and ck out mine as you are in Sac.

I will definitely come see you, I am near grantline and calvine. Will pm you when ready.

Ray60apache · 07-13-2017, 01:01 AM

We fired up the 60, first run in 15 years. Ran just perfect.

Last Saturday we went to LA and bought following at truck shop; tank, sending unit, carpet, sill plates, filler neck and got a catalogue. We looked at the quality of the chrome bed step plates, they looked awesome, will order them soon.

We ordered new polished aluminum radiator from auto city classic 239.00. New chrome vacuum booster and master for 180.00.

Got a steering box and pitman arm, O'Reilly will have drag link parts and clutch slave by 10am tomorrow.

New brackets coming from captain fab.

Tomorrow is removal of seat and tank.

Thanks much to this forum.

61K10 · 07-13-2017, 06:47 PM

Ray-- Glad you are making progress on the 60-k10. we need some pics of the tk on here.

kimble

RANDY COX · 07-13-2017, 07:18 PM

Yea we need some pictures please....I want to see that beast...

61K10 · 07-14-2017, 05:08 PM

Hey Randy--paint your bed yet? Ray I post pics by going to go advanced and up-load off my computer.

Ray60apache · 07-15-2017, 11:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 61K10

Hey Randy--paint your bed yet? Ray I post pics by going to go advanced and up-load off my computer.

I only have my smart android phone no computer. Is that advanced button on this forum. I will try to find it.

Ray

61K10 · 07-15-2017, 01:09 PM

next to post quick reply at the bottom of page

Ray60apache · 07-15-2017, 01:38 PM

This is a test to see pic. My 53 henry. So now on to 60 k10 pics. If this works.

Ray60apache · 07-15-2017, 02:27 PM

This beast is so big can't get it in pics. Under my carport in shade, if I get in sun then we get a black blob. I will peace meal some pics.

sweetk30 · 07-15-2017, 02:48 PM

nice . . . .

RANDY COX · 07-15-2017, 05:52 PM

WOW I like no 61-K10 I haven't had time to paint my bed or hood yet...
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RANDY COX · 07-15-2017, 05:56 PM

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Thanks 61K-10 for the heads up about how to post pictures straight from the computer...it does worky...

RANDY COX · 07-15-2017, 05:58 PM

Sorry Ray60Apache for walking in on your post...Looks like you have a winner there I like the 4x4's. I like them all but I kinda favor the 4x4's more...do you have any more pictures of your truck...

Ray60apache · 07-15-2017, 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by RANDY COX

Sorry Ray60Apache for walking in on your post...Looks like you have a winner there I like the 4x4's. I like them all but I kinda favor the 4x4's more...do you have any more pictures of your truck...

No problem, most likely bigger men than you have stepped on my toes. Love the pics.

Ray60apache · 07-15-2017, 07:41 PM

I thought it would be too good to be true. Oriellys got me wrong shoes for front. Their computer said they would fit.

Anybody got a good part number. Their hoses fit fine.

Ray

Ray60apache · 07-15-2017, 07:53 PM

Here is compare pic. Just maybe it will fit.

Ray60apache · 07-15-2017, 08:41 PM

That new show will not fit.

Ray60apache · 07-16-2017, 12:11 AM

Rebuild the broken parts

Used the old fashion tie twine to make it improved. I will reinforce with foam.

07-07-2017, 10:04 AM	#1
Ray60apache Registered User Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Sacramento Posts: 19	60 4x4 power steering conversion Thanks in advance, I have a 60 short step half ton. My research so far had brought up cross steer conversions which I do not have. My box pitman arm shaft spline comes out the side and the arm points straight down. Then linkage runs horizontal to the top of knuckle. Would love some help. Thanks Ray

07-07-2017, 10:47 AM	#2
Ray60apache Registered User Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Sacramento Posts: 19	Re: 60 4x4 power steering conversion This forum is my only hope, or I head to junk yard and find something. ccp says none of their boxes are heavy enough for 4x4. lmc has nothing Golden state trucks has nothing I have called all 4x4 shops in sac, nothing. I have emailed Captain Fab. And another vendor on this site.

07-07-2017, 10:48 AM	#3
nonstop Registered User Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Northern California Posts: 422	Re: 60 4x4 power steering conversion Captain Fab will be the guy to help! he makes some great power steering conversion brackets!

07-07-2017, 11:47 AM	#5
Nanook Registered User Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Georgetown, TX and Bragg Creek, AB Posts: 176	Re: 60 4x4 power steering conversion If you do find a solution, please post as I am also very interested in this conversion. Thanks

07-07-2017, 01:26 PM	#7
61K10 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: pleasant valley--placerville ca Posts: 3,039	Re: 60 4x4 power steering conversion search for 4x4 builds here. there is a few of us the that have done it. Captains mounting plate is what i used. I take it you have a stock front axle (closed knuckle)? Go to the 6o-66 forum and ck out my build. A little more info over there. You could drive up the hill and ck out mine as you are in Sac. __________________ 1961 chevy K10 my build is------------61K10 build

07-13-2017, 01:01 AM	#9
Ray60apache Registered User Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Sacramento Posts: 19	Re: 60 4x4 power steering conversion We fired up the 60, first run in 15 years. Ran just perfect. Last Saturday we went to LA and bought following at truck shop; tank, sending unit, carpet, sill plates, filler neck and got a catalogue. We looked at the quality of the chrome bed step plates, they looked awesome, will order them soon. We ordered new polished aluminum radiator from auto city classic 239.00. New chrome vacuum booster and master for 180.00. Got a steering box and pitman arm, O'Reilly will have drag link parts and clutch slave by 10am tomorrow. New brackets coming from captain fab. Tomorrow is removal of seat and tank. Thanks much to this forum.

07-13-2017, 06:47 PM	#10
61K10 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: pleasant valley--placerville ca Posts: 3,039	Re: 60 4x4 power steering conversion Ray-- Glad you are making progress on the 60-k10. we need some pics of the tk on here. kimble __________________ 1961 chevy K10 my build is------------61K10 build

07-13-2017, 07:18 PM	#11
RANDY COX Registered User Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: RADFORD, VA Posts: 2,651	Re: 60 4x4 power steering conversion Yea we need some pictures please....I want to see that beast... __________________ 1964 BBC 402 4x4

07-14-2017, 05:08 PM	#12
61K10 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: pleasant valley--placerville ca Posts: 3,039	Re: 60 4x4 power steering conversion Hey Randy--paint your bed yet? Ray I post pics by going to go advanced and up-load off my computer. __________________ 1961 chevy K10 my build is------------61K10 build

07-15-2017, 01:09 PM	#14
61K10 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: pleasant valley--placerville ca Posts: 3,039	Re: 60 4x4 power steering conversion next to post quick reply at the bottom of page __________________ 1961 chevy K10 my build is------------61K10 build

07-15-2017, 01:38 PM	#15
Ray60apache Registered User Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Sacramento Posts: 19	Re: 60 4x4 power steering conversion This is a test to see pic. My 53 henry. So now on to 60 k10 pics. If this works. Attached Images

07-15-2017, 02:27 PM	#16
Ray60apache Registered User Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Sacramento Posts: 19	Re: 60 4x4 power steering conversion This beast is so big can't get it in pics. Under my carport in shade, if I get in sun then we get a black blob. I will peace meal some pics. Attached Images

07-15-2017, 02:48 PM	#17
sweetk30 Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: horseheads,ny rust belt Posts: 2,794	Re: 60 4x4 power steering conversion nice . . . . __________________ 77-k30lb BIG truck build . 87-k30lb budget beater build . 85-k30lb the plow machine build . 85-c10sb summer fun toy . ----------------------------- HOLLEY SNIPER efi = worst case of p.i.t.a i ever had . EDELBROCK pro flo 4 = best deal going so far . love my setup works great.

07-15-2017, 05:52 PM	#18
RANDY COX Registered User Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: RADFORD, VA Posts: 2,651	Re: 60 4x4 power steering conversion WOW I like no 61-K10 I haven't had time to paint my bed or hood yet... This was a practice picture... __________________ 1964 BBC 402 4x4

07-15-2017, 05:56 PM	#19
RANDY COX Registered User Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: RADFORD, VA Posts: 2,651	Re: 60 4x4 power steering conversion Thanks 61K-10 for the heads up about how to post pictures straight from the computer...it does worky... __________________ 1964 BBC 402 4x4



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07-15-2017, 05:58 PM	#20
RANDY COX Registered User Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: RADFORD, VA Posts: 2,651	Re: 60 4x4 power steering conversion Sorry Ray60Apache for walking in on your post...Looks like you have a winner there I like the 4x4's. I like them all but I kinda favor the 4x4's more...do you have any more pictures of your truck... __________________ 1964 BBC 402 4x4

07-15-2017, 07:41 PM	#22
Ray60apache Registered User Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Sacramento Posts: 19	Front rear shoes I thought it would be too good to be true. Oriellys got me wrong shoes for front. Their computer said they would fit. Anybody got a good part number. Their hoses fit fine. Ray

07-15-2017, 07:53 PM	#23
Ray60apache Registered User Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Sacramento Posts: 19	60 k10 front brake Here is compare pic. Just maybe it will fit. Attached Images

07-15-2017, 08:41 PM	#24
Ray60apache Registered User Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Sacramento Posts: 19	Re: 60 4x4 power steering conversion That new show will not fit.

07-16-2017, 12:11 AM	#25
Ray60apache Registered User Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Sacramento Posts: 19	Seat rebuild Rebuild the broken parts Used the old fashion tie twine to make it improved. I will reinforce with foam. Attached Images

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