Power Steering question

[mygmctruck]

Currently my 1/2 ton 4x4 does not have power steering , should I looking into a whole new modern set up or would the system from that time be adequate?

I am about saving some money but not to the point were it won't be the best way to go.

[rsavage]

You will have the fewest problems with installation by using an original set up. Guys on the parts board sell pump brackets and correct pulleys and you can always buy a rebuilt box and pump along with new hoses at NAPA or similar auto parts houses. Note: a 4X4 box is different from a 2wd box.

[67ctener]

Run a stock box
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[lowrollin70gmc]

What year is your truck? 67 and 68 don't have a dimple in the frame as used a different style of manual steering box originally. If you have a 69 and up you can use a stock box for that truck. They switched to metric o-ring fittings sometime in the 70s, so if your power steering pump is from a newer truck just get the box from the same year truck.

I previously ran an 85 box and pump on my 68 prior to converting to crossover steering and it worked great. (Not a bolt on for 68 & earlier)

[WIDESIDE72]

Gm didn't change tommetric fittings u til the mid 80's. Back in the day I swapped a 76 box onto my 72 with no issues whatsoever.
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[bugmasta]

I have a 68 c20 that I run a 72 c10 powersteering box and pump on. Works great. No mods required, direct bolt up.
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[lowrollin70gmc]

It's the 67/68 4WD that require a conversion, 2WD has a different frame and steering box. I used captainfab's bracket (intended for 63-66) when I corrected the previous owner's shims and drilled holes. My 68 K20 kept shearing two of the mounting bolts which made for interesting maneuvers.