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creeker 04-30-2019 08:19 PM

conversion to power steering
 
I am hoping to install power steering in my 1968 GMC pickup 230/6 cyl, 3 speed column, looking for advice, ideas, or a thread here I can look at. Thanks

palallin 04-30-2019 09:51 PM

Re: conversion to power steering
 
Ideal method:
*Purchase junk truck that has the exact same engine set up as yours
*Set junk truck next to your truck
*Remove components one at a time from each truck and install the PS components on your truck
*Place Manual parts in a storage container under your workbench
*Strip any other useful parts off junk truck
*Sell remains of junk truck to a junk yard (preferably for as much as you paid for it)
*Drive your truck

Ideal = method I used

Mike C 05-01-2019 08:17 AM

Re: conversion to power steering
 
I agree with the Ideal method. But sometimes that’s hard to do. Power steering setups for the non-integral head 6 cylinders are in demand and command premium pricing compared to the V8 trucks.

Becoming a paying member here and put a wanted ad in parts section. eBay has some conversion kits using aftermarket parts.

creeker 05-01-2019 02:33 PM

Re: conversion to power steering
 
Thanks, junk trucks are scarce around here, I am looking tho.

67/Heaven 05-02-2019 10:48 AM

Re: conversion to power steering
 
A thread I started, it has part numbers, vendors and pics. I hope this helps.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=729738

creeker 05-02-2019 02:51 PM

Re: conversion to power steering
 
Thanks Heaven, lots of great info here.

57Suburb 05-02-2019 03:34 PM

Re: conversion to power steering
 
With the scarcity and high cost of PS brackets for the inline 6 these days, there are alternative methods to get power steering into your truck if you're not worried about keeping it stock.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/2007-PONTIA...-/323777680691

https://www.hotrod.com/articles/150-...rius-delivers/

MARKDTN 05-06-2019 10:36 AM

Re: conversion to power steering
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by creeker (Post 8517373)
Thanks, junk trucks are scarce around here, I am looking tho.

The p/s brackets and pulleys can also be found on cars like Novas.


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