power steering conversion
07-01-2010, 04:33 PM
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Got a quick question,don't barbeque me to bad. I have a 70 duster with manual steering. I was going to put power steering on it, do I have to change steering column to or can I use the Manuel one. I read somewhere that u can't. I got to pull it out anyway, so Just wanted some clarifacation so I don't have to pull it twice. Thanks
07-01-2010, 04:52 PM
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i dont think you got to change the column, i never converted over to power steering, but i think its adjustable, i know more ppl here will know for sure
07-02-2010, 04:09 AM
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I've gone the other way several times. You WILL need a column. The manual steering is longer. They make an extension they don't make a "shortener". You will need: Power steering box, pump, pulleys, belt, idler arm, pitman arm, column, and an alignment. All of this can be taken from the donor car.
07-02-2010, 04:29 AM
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heads up though be very careful when you put your motor in and deff see how ur headers fit first we had to pull out all of the said above to get headers to fit on my small block
07-02-2010, 07:24 AM
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[quote=Crazy4Carz.Com;49343]You WILL need a column. The manual steering is longer. They make an extension they don't make a "shortener". quote]
could you cut the shaft and add a knuckle? just askin
could you cut the shaft and add a knuckle? just askin
07-02-2010, 02:16 PM
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I'm assuming I can use all duster power steering set ups through 1976. Are any other a bodies compatiatible for This swap and is it really worth the trouble. I've never driven with manual steering I know parked is a pain, but how about going down the road. My 74 duster was power steering. Thank's Guy's.
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I drove a 62 Vette for quite a few years that was "armstrong" power steering. It is no big deal going down the road, just takes a little muscle to turn the wheel while stopped or at very slow speeds.
I vote that you can handle it.
My 67 Belvedere originally has no power steering, but a guy who races and had power steering wanted my non power setup because it was lighter. He offered to do the switch for free, so I took it and am happy I did. The non power was not bad, but the power steering is nice for a cruiser. To be honest, I would be happy either way.
I vote that you can handle it.
My 67 Belvedere originally has no power steering, but a guy who races and had power steering wanted my non power setup because it was lighter. He offered to do the switch for free, so I took it and am happy I did. The non power was not bad, but the power steering is nice for a cruiser. To be honest, I would be happy either way.
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