Manual steering gear rebuild questions

[mvfd70]

OK so I started to reassemble my manual steering gear box today. I had all the pieces (I didn't even lose the tiny little metal balls that go in the worm gear.) I had it all almost put back together and I dropped the end cap (see pic). Well when I dropped it, I lost half the balls in the bearing. Where can I find new parts for this? I've looked in LMC and of course they don't sell the parts I need. I've done a search on the here but didn't see what I need. Are there any board vendors that anyone knows of that sells parts for these? Is it better to just find a new box and swipe parts? Thanks

[68gmsee]

I'm not sure you will be able to find new parts for these from the vendors. Not much demand and usually when they work don't require much maintenance.

You could possibly check with the GM/Chevrolet dealer. If you get the right parts person, sometimes they can go back quite a long time for parts and check if they're still available.

Otherwise, I would suggest looking for one at junkyard. A lot of classic truck owners have converted to p.s. and someone may have an old one they can part with. I converted both of mine years ago and sold the old ones for scrap.

[CG]

I had the manual steering box for my 69 panel rebuilt by Redhat. It cost me 245 bucks. Unfortunately it wasn't the one I wanted rebuilt. I wanted my guy to send in the power unit I was going to use on my 69. Now I have a very expensive door stop, and I still need my power one redone.

Good luck finding the right parts.

[BCOWANWHEELS]

Do Yourself A Big Favor And Just Get A Re-man Box. You,ll Be Glad You Did. But If You Still Want A Manuel Box For Parts I,ve Got One For 25.00 Plus Shipping.
Bob