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09-07-2013, 09:11 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2012
Location: AZ
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Wow, still learning about this truck. different steering box??
So I am in the process of rebuilding by steering box. I took out the steering box (pita) and started the rebuild process. Go to put in the first bearing and it is too large. So are the seals and dust cover for it...... Look up the box casing number of 7802644 and ...... It looks like it is for a later 70's to 80's truck. Which means the rebuild kit I have will not work. The plus side is the rebuild kit is only $25 for that box where the one I bought is $51. Hope to have this resolved this weekend. Another trip back to Oreillys. At least they had this one in stock.
Wish me luck. -B |
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09-07-2013, 09:38 PM
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Join Date: Nov 2001
Location: Old Bridge,NJ
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Re: Wow, still learning about this truck. different steering box??
My 67 has a 72 two wheel drive stering box a 72 front and rear suspension , if this truck ever leaves the family and needs parts the new owner I guess well need to do his home work.
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09-07-2013, 10:11 PM
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I am a Referee of life.
Join Date: Jun 2000
Location: Greensboro N.C.
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Re: Wow, still learning about this truck. different steering box??
Buford,be glad.The later box is 3 1/2 turns lock to lock the 68-72 box requires 4 1/2.It feels(for lack of a better word) mushy to me.
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09-08-2013, 07:52 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2012
Location: AZ
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Re: Wow, still learning about this truck. different steering box??
yeah, the steering was fairly nice before and pretty smooth so I am glad I do have it. Explains why the steering wheel and column are more updated as well.
On the plus side I got it all back together and back in the truck. Just need to rebuild the rag joint and bleed it all out and it will be good to go. Went pretty smooth. Little issue with the Teflon o-ring but got it all worked out. Worst part is still getting the thing out. Does anyone know where to get the washer the goes between the pittman arm and the steering rod? I tore mine up getting it out and don't see it online. Thanks -B |
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