what is this?

[STL_66 Chevy]

i need you help with this one. this pic is part of my power steering componets from my 66 fleetside. sorry i dont have a pic of it installed but i need to know what it is? i have never seen this in any catalog, pics or manuals that have power steering components. do they sell replacements or is there something else that can replace it? its not in too bad of shape but could use a new rubber gasket. any help would be great.

[PrerunnerRob]

Looks like a steering box....I'm not trying to be sarcastic, but is that what you are asking?

[LILRED66]

That looks like a component of the factory power-assist steering avialable on the '60-'66 Chevy trucks. I have a well optioned '65 Chevy C10 swb fleet, big back window, factory A/C truck with the power-assist steering option on it. This looks like a part of this system. I am not close to my trucks, right now, to compare the photo to the truck.

To answer your question, the parts for the factory power-assist steering is not being reproduced, however many of the steering/suspension rebuilders/remanufacturers can rehab this unit.

I hope this helps and I am sure someone with the factory power-assist steering will chime in with a definite answer, whether this is part of theat assembly. I recently have seen the complete power-assist steering assemblies sell on eBay, in excess of $400.00, so if you have one, hold onto it or have it refurbished.

Tony

[STL_66 Chevy]

thanks Lilred66,
i think that makes sense. can you or any one recommend somewhere that i can have it rebuit? i thought it was strange that it doesnt show up in the factory assembly manuals anywhere. thanks again

[LILRED66]

Check you Yellow Pages for rebuilders or your local auto parts stores for recommendations. Give these guys a try:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...7461304&rd=1,1

I don't have a direct link, but you can e-mail them from this link.

Good luck.

Tony

[Captainfab]

I'm not sure what the correct name is for it, but I call it the steering valve. That piece connects the pitman arm to the draglink. It basically controls the flow of fluid from the pump to the assist ram when you turn the steering wheel. My '66 C20 has the original power steering like you have there. Many years ago when I was asking about parts for mine at the local Chevy dealer parts counter, I was told that that same power steering system was used on Corvette's up until around '77 (not positive on the final year). I never did much with mine....it was leaking a bit, so I added a little brake fluid and that helped some. When I get it back on the road I'll convert it to an integral power box. So if you have trouble finding what you need elsewhere, you might try searching for steering parts for a 'vette. Hope that helps.

[STL_66 Chevy]

thanks for all your help. i cleaned it up and repainted it. i guess i will put it back on and R&W (Run it and Watch it). i will keep my eye out for a replacement. if anyone finds one let me know. thanks again