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69BUCKET · 03-25-2018, 10:08 PM

Running a stock 69 steering box, 5.3 engine and pump. I have fitting adapter for pump...anyone have a link for what hoses guys are using?

ls1nova71 · 03-25-2018, 11:13 PM

Just use the factory 69 hoses.

69BUCKET · 03-25-2018, 11:38 PM

Fitting on hose is angled opposite direction...just wanted to get new lines...at least the pressure one.

ls1nova71 · 03-26-2018, 02:45 AM

What hose? If you take the fitting out of the pump and replace it with your original one, then the lines will bolt up like stock. The pump should be in just about the same location it was originally.

**SlowGreen71** · 03-26-2018, 10:58 AM

Take both of your hoses to a hydraulic shop. They can cut off both ends and braze them to swivel crimp fittings. Most will require you to use a new hose. It seems there may be two different style of pumps? I've heard multiple people say to unscrew the fitting on the pressure side. Mine was not removable. It was out of a 2001. My routing did change to under and out the front of the pump. I ended up with the stock ls hard line coming out the front of the pump to a swivel crimp, new hose to the original steering box side the pics help.

69BUCKET · 03-26-2018, 11:36 AM

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Originally Posted by SlowGreen71

Take both of your hoses to a hydraulic shop. They can cut off both ends and braze them to swivel crimp fittings. Most will require you to use a new hose. It seems there may be two different style of pumps? I've heard multiple people say to unscrew the fitting on the pressure side. Mine was not removable. It was out of a 2001. My routing did change to under and out the front of the pump. I ended up with the stock ls hard line coming out the front of the pump to a swivel crimp, new hose to the original steering box side the pics help.

Exactly what I'm dealing with. Do any parts stores make these lines...Napa?...

**SlowGreen71** · 03-26-2018, 11:45 AM

I said removable but I meant more like swap-able. The thread was the same I believe but the compression side of the fitting was not the same. For me anyway. Napa may be a good place to start? I live in logging country so I had the local rigging supplie make one. 10 mins and 20 bucks.

**truckdude239** · 03-27-2018, 10:49 AM

i just swaped the fitting in the back of my pump so i could use the stock 1971 line that way i can always gett a replacement if im away from home

03-25-2018, 10:08 PM	#1
69BUCKET Registered User Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Newton Posts: 216	Power steering lines...help Running a stock 69 steering box, 5.3 engine and pump. I have fitting adapter for pump...anyone have a link for what hoses guys are using?

03-25-2018, 11:13 PM	#2
ls1nova71 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Independence Mo Posts: 4,118	Re: Power steering lines...help Just use the factory 69 hoses. __________________ My '72 short bed build. http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/conver...6-0-4l80e.html 5.3 swap into my RUSTY '71 C10 http://ls1tech.com/forums/conversion...71-c-10-a.html

03-25-2018, 11:38 PM	#3
69BUCKET Registered User Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Newton Posts: 216	Re: Power steering lines...help Fitting on hose is angled opposite direction...just wanted to get new lines...at least the pressure one.

03-26-2018, 02:45 AM	#4
ls1nova71 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Independence Mo Posts: 4,118	Re: Power steering lines...help What hose? If you take the fitting out of the pump and replace it with your original one, then the lines will bolt up like stock. The pump should be in just about the same location it was originally. __________________ My '72 short bed build. http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/conver...6-0-4l80e.html 5.3 swap into my RUSTY '71 C10 http://ls1tech.com/forums/conversion...71-c-10-a.html

03-26-2018, 10:58 AM	#5
SlowGreen71 Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: vader, WA Posts: 57	Re: Power steering lines...help Take both of your hoses to a hydraulic shop. They can cut off both ends and braze them to swivel crimp fittings. Most will require you to use a new hose. It seems there may be two different style of pumps? I've heard multiple people say to unscrew the fitting on the pressure side. Mine was not removable. It was out of a 2001. My routing did change to under and out the front of the pump. I ended up with the stock ls hard line coming out the front of the pump to a swivel crimp, new hose to the original steering box side the pics help. Attached Images

03-26-2018, 11:45 AM	#7
SlowGreen71 Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: vader, WA Posts: 57	Re: Power steering lines...help I said removable but I meant more like swap-able. The thread was the same I believe but the compression side of the fitting was not the same. For me anyway. Napa may be a good place to start? I live in logging country so I had the local rigging supplie make one. 10 mins and 20 bucks.

03-27-2018, 10:49 AM	#8
truckdude239 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Lewisville, Nc Posts: 10,217	Re: Power steering lines...help i just swaped the fitting in the back of my pump so i could use the stock 1971 line that way i can always gett a replacement if im away from home __________________ David fuller Ase Certified Mechanic Click here to help support our board!! 1971 Chevy c-10 under going a 4.8l LSx swap Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=421305 2007 Honda Accord my daily 145kmiles 2002 Honda Accord 4 door With 330k(sisters car) 2005 toyota Avalon 228k( brothers car) 2002 Sububran 5.3 245k 2000 Tahoe 5.3l 378 General manager for Marco's Carwash & lube



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