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moodyholler · 03-22-2004, 09:01 PM

OK I've rebuilt the front axle, new bearings,seals,axles, and balljoints, Replaced the tierod ends and now have worked my way to the slop in box. Too much to adjust out. WHo makes a p/s box new or rebuilt and can I get one with variable ratio steering. Thanks,moodyholler

blazerholic · 03-22-2004, 10:20 PM

I'm pretty sure I've seen 'em in LMC's catalog. Pricey too if I remember correctly

skid · 03-23-2004, 12:04 AM

I did everything you did as well and still had slop. I bought a rebuilt steering box from LMC, along with a rebuilt pump and new hoses. Figured that I might as well use all rebuilt items. Turns out that my return hose had just about worn through where it rubbed on the frame! Good thing I replaced it. I also replaced my rag joint with a new one.

My steering isn't perfect yet. My rear axles have slop between the c clips and the pinion shaft. That is steering the rear of the truck a bit. I replaced the axles with new ones (the old ones floated more than 1/8th of and inch!), but the rest of the diff is worn, so I still have way over the recommended amount of end float. Plus my springs and shocks are saggy. Sigh... still a lot more work to do.

69k5 · 03-23-2004, 12:06 PM

you can buy new ones at autozone and places but they are kinda pricey. might check into rebuilding it as well.

69k5

earnhardt221 · 03-25-2004, 09:15 PM

huh,re-building a power steering box? MAJOR PAIN IN THE ASS! trust me

03-22-2004, 09:01 PM	#1
moodyholler Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Roanoke,Virginia Posts: 179	Steering Box? OK I've rebuilt the front axle, new bearings,seals,axles, and balljoints, Replaced the tierod ends and now have worked my way to the slop in box. Too much to adjust out. WHo makes a p/s box new or rebuilt and can I get one with variable ratio steering. Thanks,moodyholler __________________ 1998 WRANGLER I-6 auto 1972 LWB FLEETSIDE 1968 GMC SWB STEPSIDE 1994 C-1500 SWB 4.3 5 SPD

03-22-2004, 10:20 PM	#2
blazerholic I am a Gov't Mule Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Latonia,Ky Posts: 276	I'm pretty sure I've seen 'em in LMC's catalog. Pricey too if I remember correctly __________________ ...to die in the saddle must be my destiny, to ride this rockin' horse I must be crazy...

03-23-2004, 12:04 AM	#3
skid Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Left Coast Posts: 254	Moodyholler I did everything you did as well and still had slop. I bought a rebuilt steering box from LMC, along with a rebuilt pump and new hoses. Figured that I might as well use all rebuilt items. Turns out that my return hose had just about worn through where it rubbed on the frame! Good thing I replaced it. I also replaced my rag joint with a new one. My steering isn't perfect yet. My rear axles have slop between the c clips and the pinion shaft. That is steering the rear of the truck a bit. I replaced the axles with new ones (the old ones floated more than 1/8th of and inch!), but the rest of the diff is worn, so I still have way over the recommended amount of end float. Plus my springs and shocks are saggy. Sigh... still a lot more work to do. __________________ Toys: 72 K5 Blazer 74 Vette

03-23-2004, 12:06 PM	#4
69k5 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Monroe, La 71202 Posts: 317	you can buy new ones at autozone and places but they are kinda pricey. might check into rebuilding it as well. 69k5

03-25-2004, 09:15 PM	#5
earnhardt221 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Bear De. USA Posts: 52	huh,re-building a power steering box? MAJOR PAIN IN THE ASS! trust me



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