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John39671 · 04-17-2009, 11:47 AM

A friend of mine has a 66 2wd that he wants to put power steering on, I was just wondering if anyone has done it before and what P/S gear was used?
Thanks, John

**slepysal** · 04-17-2009, 11:53 AM

if you do a search you will find a bunch of info. Just yesterday there was a post on this.
But to answer your question: A 69-87 2wd 1/2 ton box will work , make sure you use the right yearhoses for the box and get a power steering kit addaptor.
Oh and thanks for your service Devil Dog Semper Fi

*LILRED66* · 04-17-2009, 10:38 PM

Here is a good link:

http://www.persh.org/Pickup/steering.htm

joe231 · 04-17-2009, 10:39 PM

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/search.php is your friend

**Captainfab** · 04-18-2009, 12:48 AM

You will also need a pump and the correct mounting brackets for the engine in the truck. It is best to get the pump that has the same type of port style as the steering box. Somewhere around 1981-82 GM changed to an O-ring style as opposed to a double flare style on the previous years

*LILRED66* · 04-18-2009, 07:49 AM

Also, when locating a pump and box, the earlier models had SAE hose fittings and somewhere in the eighties they change to metric. Make sure your pump and box are the same species or you will have trouble with the hose ends connecting properly.

I have used this complete set-up on a few 4-5-6 Chevy trucks:

http://www.carsteering.com/addtocart.../82-80005.html

mbgmike · 04-18-2009, 10:01 AM

If needed the hoses can be made to have any end on them but you would be better off for future replacement.

joe231 · 04-18-2009, 01:18 PM

the peice that scews in to the pump to accept the hose can also be changed out.....

04-17-2009, 11:47 AM	#1
John39671 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Baker City,Oregon Posts: 278	66 p/s questions A friend of mine has a 66 2wd that he wants to put power steering on, I was just wondering if anyone has done it before and what P/S gear was used? Thanks, John __________________ Dissabled Veteran U.S.M.C 1985-1989

04-17-2009, 11:53 AM	#2
slepysal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: San Jose NOR*CAL Posts: 3,080	Re: 66 p/s questions if you do a search you will find a bunch of info. Just yesterday there was a post on this. But to answer your question: A 69-87 2wd 1/2 ton box will work , make sure you use the right yearhoses for the box and get a power steering kit addaptor. Oh and thanks for your service Devil Dog Semper Fi __________________ 1960 Apache long bed fleet L6 250 Clifford intake 2 bbl carb. Langdon cast headers with dual exhaust and bellflower tips. T-5 5 speed, power steering and power disc brakes. "Over, Around or through it... " Last edited by slepysal; 04-17-2009 at 11:54 AM.

04-17-2009, 10:38 PM	#3
LILRED66 Account Suspended Join Date: May 2005 Location: Kansas City, KS Posts: 3,906	Re: 66 p/s questions Here is a good link: http://www.persh.org/Pickup/steering.htm

04-17-2009, 10:39 PM	#4
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: 66 p/s questions http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/search.php is your friend __________________ *CHEVY ONLY* Last edited by joe231; 04-17-2009 at 10:40 PM.

04-18-2009, 12:48 AM	#5
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,247	Re: 66 p/s questions You will also need a pump and the correct mounting brackets for the engine in the truck. It is best to get the pump that has the same type of port style as the steering box. Somewhere around 1981-82 GM changed to an O-ring style as opposed to a double flare style on the previous years __________________ 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

04-18-2009, 07:49 AM	#6
LILRED66 Account Suspended Join Date: May 2005 Location: Kansas City, KS Posts: 3,906	Re: 66 p/s questions Also, when locating a pump and box, the earlier models had SAE hose fittings and somewhere in the eighties they change to metric. Make sure your pump and box are the same species or you will have trouble with the hose ends connecting properly. I have used this complete set-up on a few 4-5-6 Chevy trucks: http://www.carsteering.com/addtocart.../82-80005.html

04-18-2009, 10:01 AM	#7
mbgmike Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Pasadena,Tx /Pto Pta DR Posts: 5,415	Re: 66 p/s questions If needed the hoses can be made to have any end on them but you would be better off for future replacement.

04-18-2009, 01:18 PM	#8
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: 66 p/s questions the peice that scews in to the pump to accept the hose can also be changed out..... __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*



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