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**FL71C10** · 03-30-2011, 06:56 PM

I am installing a new steering box in my truck. Any tips for a smooth installation? 71 1/2 ton power steering, new box from Advance Discount Auto.

Thanks!

OhOneWS6 · 03-30-2011, 07:03 PM

Put one bolt in backwards to give you a helping hand while installing. Use that bolt to line the box up on the frame and help hold the box in place while you start the other 3. Once you have the other three started take that bolt out and install it the correct way.

**FL71C10** · 03-30-2011, 07:57 PM

Good idea, thanks. What about lining the new box up? Should I assume it is already in the center position?

**FL71C10** · 03-30-2011, 08:47 PM

no more tips? Anyone done this?

**leddzepp** · 03-30-2011, 08:55 PM

i just did this last week. mine was already centered. you will love it! no more slop in your steering.
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**FL71C10** · 03-30-2011, 09:32 PM

So just unbolt the pitman arm and the rag joint, and put them on the new box?

**leddzepp** · 03-30-2011, 09:35 PM

yes, you will need a puller to remove the pitman arm. you can buy them at harbor freight for less than $10 or use the loan a tool prograqm at autozone or oreillys.

**FL71C10** · 03-31-2011, 06:27 AM

Did you paint yours before you put it in?

OhOneWS6 · 03-31-2011, 03:51 PM

I did not paint mine but it would be a good time to if you so desired. It's really not that hard of a job. It's not surprising there are not many tips.

03-30-2011, 06:56 PM	#1
FL71C10 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Orlando, Florida Posts: 2,514	New steering box tips I am installing a new steering box in my truck. Any tips for a smooth installation? 71 1/2 ton power steering, new box from Advance Discount Auto. Thanks! __________________ 71 Chevy C10 Shortbed Stepside. LT1 with 4l60E. Just got back from painter, in assembly now.

03-30-2011, 07:03 PM	#2
OhOneWS6 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: DFW, TX Posts: 764	Re: New steering box tips Put one bolt in backwards to give you a helping hand while installing. Use that bolt to line the box up on the frame and help hold the box in place while you start the other 3. Once you have the other three started take that bolt out and install it the correct way. __________________ 72 Cheyenne Super 1/2 LWB White/Dark Yellow 07 Avalanche 2LT 74 Sleek Craft Rebel Jet Boat W/Pontiac 400

03-30-2011, 07:57 PM	#3
FL71C10 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Orlando, Florida Posts: 2,514	Re: New steering box tips Good idea, thanks. What about lining the new box up? Should I assume it is already in the center position? __________________ 71 Chevy C10 Shortbed Stepside. LT1 with 4l60E. Just got back from painter, in assembly now. Last edited by FL71C10; 03-30-2011 at 07:58 PM.

03-30-2011, 08:47 PM	#4
FL71C10 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Orlando, Florida Posts: 2,514	Re: New steering box tips no more tips? Anyone done this? __________________ 71 Chevy C10 Shortbed Stepside. LT1 with 4l60E. Just got back from painter, in assembly now.

03-30-2011, 08:55 PM	#5
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 20,117	Re: New steering box tips i just did this last week. mine was already centered. you will love it! no more slop in your steering. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man RIP FleetsidePaul

03-30-2011, 09:32 PM	#6
FL71C10 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Orlando, Florida Posts: 2,514	Re: New steering box tips So just unbolt the pitman arm and the rag joint, and put them on the new box? __________________ 71 Chevy C10 Shortbed Stepside. LT1 with 4l60E. Just got back from painter, in assembly now.

03-30-2011, 09:35 PM	#7
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 20,117	Re: New steering box tips yes, you will need a puller to remove the pitman arm. you can buy them at harbor freight for less than $10 or use the loan a tool prograqm at autozone or oreillys. __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man RIP FleetsidePaul

03-31-2011, 06:27 AM	#8
FL71C10 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Orlando, Florida Posts: 2,514	Re: New steering box tips Did you paint yours before you put it in? __________________ 71 Chevy C10 Shortbed Stepside. LT1 with 4l60E. Just got back from painter, in assembly now.

03-31-2011, 03:51 PM	#9
OhOneWS6 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: DFW, TX Posts: 764	Re: New steering box tips I did not paint mine but it would be a good time to if you so desired. It's really not that hard of a job. It's not surprising there are not many tips. __________________ 72 Cheyenne Super 1/2 LWB White/Dark Yellow 07 Avalanche 2LT 74 Sleek Craft Rebel Jet Boat W/Pontiac 400



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