how can i repair my manual steering - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

neverwinter · 09-09-2011, 07:57 PM

without going to power steering?

i spoke with the mechanic again and he mentioned something about sourcing a new centerlink? he said the steering setup is literally about to spearate? which would mean that i could be going down the road and my wheels would no longer be connected to the steering - not good!

also said all of the power assist stuff seems shot. without swapping to power steering, is there a way to fix this stuff? do i need to source a 60-63 centerlink and replace the power assist stuff or can in skip those altogether?

sorry for newb questions. i am going to look at a parts truck (1980ish) and need to decide what to grab. id like to keep things as simple as possible but if i need to go to power steering i will look into the following:

disks, spindles, powe steering, centerlink, steering col, master cyl, wheels, rear end, or do i just fix the drums and the manual steering? i really dont want to rebuild the entire truck but id rather spend a little more time and cash now than redo it all later. b the way its a 63 c10 1/2 ton 8 fot bed. thanks for any help.
- jason

71swb4x4 · 09-09-2011, 08:19 PM

If it's an 87 or earlier 1/2 ton the whole crossmember with brakes, spindles, control arms etc will bolt to your frame. You would get disc brakes and power steering in one shot.

I am not that familiar with 60-63 trucks so I could be wrong but I think I am right. How is that for certainty...

badblu97 · 09-09-2011, 10:44 PM

Look up CaptainFab, he sells the brackets to do this, and Im betting he would answer any questions you have. He makes a great product, and knows a ton!!

**Captainfab** · 09-10-2011, 01:17 AM

Rather than put money into the original steering and suspension, I would recommend switching to a disc brake front suspension and integral power steering. If you can afford that '80's parts truck, get it. That will most likely give you everything you need to make the upgrade. Here is a one of the many threads on the subject.....

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=367260

There are lots of helpful threads listed in the FAQ's at the top of the page.

http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=450021

If you decide to upgrade, let me know. I can help with the steering box adapter,as well as a booster bracket.

Wrenchbender Ret · 09-10-2011, 05:18 PM

You can buy a simple kit to put the power steering gear on your frame. The 63 up parts are pretty easy to come by. The 60-62 parts are rare & expensive.
You can rebuild your system or go to power steering. Its your choice.

09-09-2011, 07:57 PM	#1
neverwinter Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: reading Posts: 113	how can i repair my manual steering without going to power steering? i spoke with the mechanic again and he mentioned something about sourcing a new centerlink? he said the steering setup is literally about to spearate? which would mean that i could be going down the road and my wheels would no longer be connected to the steering - not good! also said all of the power assist stuff seems shot. without swapping to power steering, is there a way to fix this stuff? do i need to source a 60-63 centerlink and replace the power assist stuff or can in skip those altogether? sorry for newb questions. i am going to look at a parts truck (1980ish) and need to decide what to grab. id like to keep things as simple as possible but if i need to go to power steering i will look into the following: disks, spindles, powe steering, centerlink, steering col, master cyl, wheels, rear end, or do i just fix the drums and the manual steering? i really dont want to rebuild the entire truck but id rather spend a little more time and cash now than redo it all later. b the way its a 63 c10 1/2 ton 8 fot bed. thanks for any help. - jason Last edited by neverwinter; 09-09-2011 at 08:22 PM.

09-09-2011, 08:19 PM	#2
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	Re: how can i repair my manual steering If it's an 87 or earlier 1/2 ton the whole crossmember with brakes, spindles, control arms etc will bolt to your frame. You would get disc brakes and power steering in one shot. I am not that familiar with 60-63 trucks so I could be wrong but I think I am right. How is that for certainty... __________________ Some people are like slinkies, they aren't good for anything, but you can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs.

09-09-2011, 10:44 PM	#3
badblu97 Double 6's Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Winter Haven, FL Posts: 349	Re: how can i repair my manual steering Look up CaptainFab, he sells the brackets to do this, and Im betting he would answer any questions you have. He makes a great product, and knows a ton!! __________________ Street Glidin! 1966 LWB Custom Cab (sold) 1982 Short Fleet (under the knife) 1998 S10 2wd Fleet 2007 Chevy Silverado Crew 2007 Harley Davidson Street Glide

09-10-2011, 01:17 AM	#4
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,252	Re: how can i repair my manual steering Rather than put money into the original steering and suspension, I would recommend switching to a disc brake front suspension and integral power steering. If you can afford that '80's parts truck, get it. That will most likely give you everything you need to make the upgrade. Here is a one of the many threads on the subject..... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=367260 There are lots of helpful threads listed in the FAQ's at the top of the page. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=450021 If you decide to upgrade, let me know. I can help with the steering box adapter,as well as a booster bracket. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

09-10-2011, 05:18 PM	#5
Wrenchbender Ret Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Overland Park, Ks. Posts: 5,229	Re: how can i repair my manual steering You can buy a simple kit to put the power steering gear on your frame. The 63 up parts are pretty easy to come by. The 60-62 parts are rare & expensive. You can rebuild your system or go to power steering. Its your choice.



Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.

Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.