i going to putting p/s in my 67 gmc... i need help!

[stingrayorangekrate]

i going to put an Automatic tranny and column. it has the three on the tree now. plus power steering in my 67 gmc pickup truck. would i need to do any cutting.???? only thing i own, is i need a automatic cross member. it that all???
thank, sean

[kevncar]

Your going to have to dimple the frame to make room for the powersteering box off a later model truck. Do a search for "frame dimple" and you'll get some pictures showing what I'm talking about.

For example:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=frame+dimple

You might also do a search for "quick ratio steering box" or something along those lines to find steering boxes that will bolt in and be less turns lock to lock than the 67-72 boxes, if you don't already have a box. I can't remember what year the truck was that I got mine out of (73-76 maybe) but if I recall correctly, you want to look for a box that is just over 3 turns lock-to-lock. Also watch for the flared fittings, not the o-ring fittings (unless you want to have custom hoses made. And I think I recall a issue with the rag joint that can easily be fixed also. I dimpled my frame and loosely bolted it up, but haven't tried installing a steering column yet or running the lines.

Look in the FAQ if you don't have your column for a cheaper alternative for a tilt column from some early chevy vans also, if you don't have a column. Man this board is great. Good luck!

[Mt Man Chad]

How about stacking 3 grade 9 washers between the box and frame.
It worked just fine on my 67's

[stingrayorangekrate]

my frame has the little dimple thing like this one in the picture. so it will not need any cutting right???? my 67 chevy and 67 gmc have them on the frames. whats up with that???
thanks, sean