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Old 06-26-2014, 02:17 PM   #1
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Steering gear box rebuild

Hey guys, so my steering box is leaking! Has anyone tried to rebuild one? Do you have any idea how to? I need some help. Thank you.
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Old 06-26-2014, 02:20 PM   #2
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Re: Steering gear box rebuild

Its just as easy as following this thread:

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619634

If you have an Auto Zone close, you should be able to get the Pitman Arm puller tool from their loan a tool program.
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Old 06-26-2014, 05:55 PM   #3
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Re: Steering gear box rebuild

I would just get a rebuilt one. I got one from Auto Zone maybe 10 years ago and it is holding up well. I have seen the core value from $30 to $150, so it will pay to shop around. Mine only cost about $25 because the core value at that time was about $90.

I would check youtube for videos on replacing the steering gear - even later models will give you a good idea.

You can also check the usual online suspects:
www.rockauto.com
www.oewarehouse.com
www.oehq.com
www.gmapartsdirect.com
www.autopartstomorrow.com
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Old 06-26-2014, 08:33 PM   #4
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Re: Steering gear box rebuild

In my opinion, they are a pain in the ass! I wont rebuild one again. As far as just re-sealing one, they arent too bad. Its when rebuilding one and dealing the the Teflon seals and ball bearings that it starts to suck.
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Old 06-26-2014, 09:32 PM   #5
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Re: Steering gear box rebuild

I just paid $150 to get my pump, and box rebuilt plus the steering weight tightened up. The kits alone for a quality set were $85.
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Old 06-27-2014, 01:01 AM   #6
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Re: Steering gear box rebuild

Plus, if it does leak after you are done with your rebuild you won't have a warranty like you should have from the parts store or service shop. I like the idea of pump. box, lines, all replaced at the same time, maybe even a new rag joint.
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