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dan42 · 08-25-2007, 11:20 AM

Yesterday there was a great thread on power steering for a non-power steering '67, and it was clear that you should indent the frame to fit the box in. I was wondering if anybody knew of a power steering box that you can buy after market that you don't have to do that to the frame - ?

Where could you get it, and if there would be much modification to install it. Thanks in advance.

68gmsee · 08-25-2007, 01:29 PM

I've mentioned this before in another threaed.

I didn't have to bend, cut or form anything when I converted my 68 GMC 250 and 69 Chevy 250 to power steering. I believe the p.s. for the Chevy I took off a 75 or 79 Impala. The GMC I believe came off a Dodge truck-don't remember for sure. Only thing I did with the GMC is put some washer to shim one end. But that was it...

Evidently, there are some that will work that don't require you to do any modifications but you will have to look around.

If I remember, I will take some pics of mine tomorrow and see if anyone can identify the differences.

redhead69 · 08-25-2007, 01:35 PM

I always wondered if the 62-66 power steering conversion kits would work. 67 were offered with power steering just a different type (ram setup) and Ive seen them for sale by members in the 150.00 range.

**John Fabris** · 08-25-2007, 02:34 PM

68gmsee, keep in mind that the 67 frame is different then your 68 frame. 67 was a one year frame where the rail is flat where the gearbox mounts.... Your 68 frame will have a curve in that area....

redhead69 · 08-25-2007, 03:16 PM

Legend has it early 68s are like that too

**special-K** · 08-25-2007, 04:54 PM

Dennis` Pickup Parts in Pinellas Park,FL has a spacer for this. www.dennischevytruckparts.com

bills68panel · 08-25-2007, 05:18 PM

thats true my 68 panel was flat i had to get out the wammy and get after it. it was'nt that big of a deal it took about 5 mi. if you can ad a little heat it really goes easy.

67ChevyRedneck · 08-25-2007, 05:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by special-K

Dennis` Pickup Parts in Pinellas Park,FL has a spacer for this. www.dennischevytruckparts.com

I saw the kit.... $60! It looks like it moves the box out about 1/2".... my concern has always been that the steering would eventuelly bind and wear out the box or steering column since it won't be in a nice straight line anymore. Although.... it may be such a small difference in angle it may not matter.... I'm an engineer, I'm anal about things like that

I guess you would also have to pull the pitman arm off of the box and move it over a couple notches so the steering will be the same from lock to lock???

I just got a complete freebie system off of a 72, so if I ever get my own garage, I'm going to dimple my frame.

**special-K** · 08-25-2007, 11:12 PM

Ok Mr.Engineer,figure the approximate length of the shaft from the mounting point under the dash to the rearward mounting point at the box.Now,figure what angle we`re talkin`.Oh wait...I said approximate.you prolly can`t deal with that

.J/K...Seriously,you could always go measure yours to satisfy your need for accuracy

.I doubt it would ever present a problem.There`s always u-joints.I think the big hangup for most guys with heating and pounding the frame is that is already a weak spot in the frame and has been known to break at the box since there`s lateral torsional stress from the steering,a constant push/pull effect and heating takes temper from steel.

08-25-2007, 11:20 AM	#1
dan42 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cali Central Coast Posts: 5,191	Power steering for a '67 Yesterday there was a great thread on power steering for a non-power steering '67, and it was clear that you should indent the frame to fit the box in. I was wondering if anybody knew of a power steering box that you can buy after market that you don't have to do that to the frame - ? Where could you get it, and if there would be much modification to install it. Thanks in advance. __________________ '67 SWB Fleetside ZZ4/350/Tremec 5-speed/4link/Scott's IFS - and fun as heck! SOLD Click here to support the board Philippians 4: 6-7

08-25-2007, 01:29 PM	#2
68gmsee Active Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Centrally located between Houston, Austin and Waco. BCS area. Posts: 7,947	Re: Power steering for a '67 I've mentioned this before in another threaed. I didn't have to bend, cut or form anything when I converted my 68 GMC 250 and 69 Chevy 250 to power steering. I believe the p.s. for the Chevy I took off a 75 or 79 Impala. The GMC I believe came off a Dodge truck-don't remember for sure. Only thing I did with the GMC is put some washer to shim one end. But that was it... Evidently, there are some that will work that don't require you to do any modifications but you will have to look around. If I remember, I will take some pics of mine tomorrow and see if anyone can identify the differences.

08-25-2007, 01:35 PM	#3
redhead69 fugedaboutit Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Gresham, OR Posts: 832	Re: Power steering for a '67 I always wondered if the 62-66 power steering conversion kits would work. 67 were offered with power steering just a different type (ram setup) and Ive seen them for sale by members in the 150.00 range. __________________ Currently truckless Last edited by redhead69; 08-25-2007 at 01:44 PM. Reason: sausage

08-25-2007, 02:34 PM	#4
John Fabris TOTY 2006 Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Magalia CA USA Posts: 2,270	Re: Power steering for a '67 68gmsee, keep in mind that the 67 frame is different then your 68 frame. 67 was a one year frame where the rail is flat where the gearbox mounts.... Your 68 frame will have a curve in that area.... __________________ John Fabris 67 C10 SWB

08-25-2007, 03:16 PM	#5
redhead69 fugedaboutit Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Gresham, OR Posts: 832	Re: Power steering for a '67 Legend has it early 68s are like that too __________________ Currently truckless

08-25-2007, 04:54 PM	#6
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Power steering for a '67 Dennis` Pickup Parts in Pinellas Park,FL has a spacer for this. www.dennischevytruckparts.com __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~ Last edited by special-K; 08-25-2007 at 05:04 PM.

08-25-2007, 05:18 PM	#7
bills68panel Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: terrell tx. Posts: 67	Re: Power steering for a '67 thats true my 68 panel was flat i had to get out the wammy and get after it. it was'nt that big of a deal it took about 5 mi. if you can ad a little heat it really goes easy.

08-25-2007, 11:12 PM	#9
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Power steering for a '67 Ok Mr.Engineer,figure the approximate length of the shaft from the mounting point under the dash to the rearward mounting point at the box.Now,figure what angle we`re talkin`.Oh wait...I said approximate.you prolly can`t deal with that.J/K...Seriously,you could always go measure yours to satisfy your need for accuracy.I doubt it would ever present a problem.There`s always u-joints.I think the big hangup for most guys with heating and pounding the frame is that is already a weak spot in the frame and has been known to break at the box since there`s lateral torsional stress from the steering,a constant push/pull effect and heating takes temper from steel. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~



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