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01-07-2014, 07:51 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Honolulu, Hawaii
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1959 4x4 conversion with power steering
In the process of converting my 1959 truck to 4x4. Already got axles bolted up and sm465 with np205. Parts were from a blazer , but stuck on the power steering issue. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks
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01-08-2014, 02:18 AM
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Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: Idaho
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Re: 1959 4x4 conversion with power steering
Look at my build thread. Also do a site search using the box above, this was discussed about six weeks ago. Also google "ford toyota steering box" and it will drop on to a link showing toyota boxes mounted in stock ford locations, very similar to TF truck. And there are after market guys now selling kits that mount the box in the stock location.
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01-08-2014, 10:43 AM
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Location: Middleton, Idaho
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Re: 1959 4x4 conversion with power steering
Yup...used Orrie's build thread to do Chevy PS conversion on my '58 4x4. Worked out pretty slick.
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"Built- not bought" 1958 GMC 150 4x4 in progress 1980 K20- Restored 1985 K3500 Flatbed 58 GMC 4x4 build thread: http://http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=557675 |
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01-08-2014, 10:53 AM
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Re: 1959 4x4 conversion with power steering
Was thinking of using Chevy power steering box since that's what I already have. Any issues when turning all the way. Thanks
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01-08-2014, 11:20 AM
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Location: Middleton, Idaho
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Re: 1959 4x4 conversion with power steering
The drag link end off the pitman arm just barely hits the tire when cranked all the way to one side. I've seen guys cut and shorten the pitman arm, but I'm not going that route for obvious safety reasons. I may get a new set off offset wheels or look into some wheel spacers.
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"Built- not bought" 1958 GMC 150 4x4 in progress 1980 K20- Restored 1985 K3500 Flatbed 58 GMC 4x4 build thread: http://http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=557675 |
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01-08-2014, 01:40 PM
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Re: 1959 4x4 conversion with power steering
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1959 Chevy Short Fleetside w/ 74 4WD drive train (current project) OrrieG Build Thread 1964 Chevelle Malibu w/ 355-350TH (daily driver) Helpful AD and TF Manual Site Old Car Manual Project |
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01-10-2014, 12:22 AM
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Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: Kelowna BC Canada
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Re: 1959 4x4 conversion with power steering
I'm running a jeep saginaw ps box on my rig so I won't run into turning/rubbing issues
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