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Old 11-03-2019, 06:58 PM   #1
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Re: 1972 Blazer Steering

I'm going to throw this question on this thread since we are discussing steering related items. I can't find another thread that discusses it.
My frame is solid but I want to prevent future issues by installing a steering/ gear box brace. I ordered one from ORD but it won't fit because my engine is too far forward. Does anyone know of a good bolt on brace that would fit with a big block?
OR! Does anyone make an aftermarket crossmember that also supports the frame better?
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Old 11-03-2019, 07:19 PM   #2
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Re: 1972 Blazer Steering

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I'm going to throw this question on this thread since we are discussing steering related items. I can't find another thread that discusses it.
My frame is solid but I want to prevent future issues by installing a steering/ gear box brace. I ordered one from ORD but it won't fit because my engine is too far forward. Does anyone know of a good bolt on brace that would fit with a big block?
OR! Does anyone make an aftermarket crossmember that also supports the frame better?
I'd take your question back to ORD and see what they say.
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Old 11-04-2019, 01:11 AM   #3
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Re: 1972 Blazer Steering

What is causing the engine to be too far forward? I have a 4l80e in mine and I was able to install their kit. It’s close but not too close.

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I'm going to throw this question on this thread since we are discussing steering related items. I can't find another thread that discusses it.
My frame is solid but I want to prevent future issues by installing a steering/ gear box brace. I ordered one from ORD but it won't fit because my engine is too far forward. Does anyone know of a good bolt on brace that would fit with a big block?
OR! Does anyone make an aftermarket crossmember that also supports the frame better?
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Old 11-04-2019, 10:52 AM   #4
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Re: 1972 Blazer Steering

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I'm going to throw this question on this thread since we are discussing steering related items. I can't find another thread that discusses it.
My frame is solid but I want to prevent future issues by installing a steering/ gear box brace. I ordered one from ORD but it won't fit because my engine is too far forward. Does anyone know of a good bolt on brace that would fit with a big block?
OR! Does anyone make an aftermarket crossmember that also supports the frame better?
This may not be helpful info but K5's have a factory brace for steering box at the frame ( http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...61&postcount=1 )
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