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04-30-2019, 08:19 PM | #1 |
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conversion to power steering
I am hoping to install power steering in my 1968 GMC pickup 230/6 cyl, 3 speed column, looking for advice, ideas, or a thread here I can look at. Thanks
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04-30-2019, 09:51 PM | #2 |
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Re: conversion to power steering
Ideal method:
*Purchase junk truck that has the exact same engine set up as yours *Set junk truck next to your truck *Remove components one at a time from each truck and install the PS components on your truck *Place Manual parts in a storage container under your workbench *Strip any other useful parts off junk truck *Sell remains of junk truck to a junk yard (preferably for as much as you paid for it) *Drive your truck Ideal = method I used
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05-01-2019, 08:17 AM | #3 |
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Re: conversion to power steering
I agree with the Ideal method. But sometimes that’s hard to do. Power steering setups for the non-integral head 6 cylinders are in demand and command premium pricing compared to the V8 trucks.
Becoming a paying member here and put a wanted ad in parts section. eBay has some conversion kits using aftermarket parts.
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05-01-2019, 02:33 PM | #4 |
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Re: conversion to power steering
Thanks, junk trucks are scarce around here, I am looking tho.
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05-02-2019, 10:48 AM | #5 |
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Re: conversion to power steering
A thread I started, it has part numbers, vendors and pics. I hope this helps.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=729738 |
05-02-2019, 02:51 PM | #6 |
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Re: conversion to power steering
Thanks Heaven, lots of great info here.
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05-02-2019, 03:34 PM | #7 |
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Re: conversion to power steering
With the scarcity and high cost of PS brackets for the inline 6 these days, there are alternative methods to get power steering into your truck if you're not worried about keeping it stock.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/2007-PONTIA...-/323777680691 https://www.hotrod.com/articles/150-...rius-delivers/
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05-06-2019, 10:36 AM | #8 |
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Re: conversion to power steering
The p/s brackets and pulleys can also be found on cars like Novas.
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