W100 power steering conversion from manual
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W100 power steering conversion from manual
Hello,
I just picked up a nice 1979 W100 with a slant 6, 3 on the tree and manual steering.
So all this makes it a cool truck.
This is a project in the makings. First I am wanting to change it over to power steering.
My questions is:
Are there any kits out there? Or can I just pick up a factory sector and a pump and brackets?
Any advise will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Chad
I just picked up a nice 1979 W100 with a slant 6, 3 on the tree and manual steering.
So all this makes it a cool truck.
This is a project in the makings. First I am wanting to change it over to power steering.
My questions is:
Are there any kits out there? Or can I just pick up a factory sector and a pump and brackets?
Any advise will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Chad
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A complete boneyard setup would be eaiest, if you can find one for a slant 6. All 1st gen truck PS boxes bolt up so you can grab whatever you can find,and source the brackets/pump/pulleys off a car if needed. There can be some issues when swapping parts. Different hoses etc. A 2WD box will bolt up, but the steering column shaft is shorter,and your manual is too long. You'll have to find a W series/Ramcharger shaft. Borgeson makes cut to fit shafts with U-joints,a worthy upgrade as the coupling pot at the box is usually shot. You'll need a W series PS steering arm.
Having said all that the stock setup has pi$$ poor geometry. How about a crossover steering conversion? Check this out.
http://ramchargercentral.com/index.p...owtoshow;id=21 There are a couple threads on this so look around.
Having said all that the stock setup has pi$$ poor geometry. How about a crossover steering conversion? Check this out.
http://ramchargercentral.com/index.p...owtoshow;id=21 There are a couple threads on this so look around.
Last edited by lugnuts; 12-05-2008 at 07:18 AM.
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