Steering Overhaul
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Burning Brakes
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Steering Overhaul
Hello, all. My father and I are going to add power steering to our '68 327. We plan on using this kit -
http://www.borgeson.com/xcart/produc...&cat=97&page=1
My question is - what else should we replace/rebuild? My father is concerned that the steering is loose, and my thought was that we might need to replace bushings in the column while having the power steering converted. Thoughts?
Also, our engine is a GM replacement 327. Will that change which kit we should use?
Thanks to all.
http://www.borgeson.com/xcart/produc...&cat=97&page=1
My question is - what else should we replace/rebuild? My father is concerned that the steering is loose, and my thought was that we might need to replace bushings in the column while having the power steering converted. Thoughts?
Also, our engine is a GM replacement 327. Will that change which kit we should use?
Thanks to all.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Apr 2012
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From: Bowmanville Ontario
I am installing Steeroids myself right now. The reason was because I was tired of the old Control valve leaking all over my floor and the Borgeson did not replace that part.
When you remove the old steering box you can tell if the steering bearings/bushings need to be touched because the wheel will turn freely.
Mine turns so easily and no "grinding" that I am sure my column is good for another 40 years.
Good luck with the swap.
Ken
When you remove the old steering box you can tell if the steering bearings/bushings need to be touched because the wheel will turn freely.
Mine turns so easily and no "grinding" that I am sure my column is good for another 40 years.
Good luck with the swap.
Ken
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From: eastern NC
Hello, all. My father and I are going to add power steering to our '68 327. We plan on using this kit -
http://www.borgeson.com/xcart/produc...&cat=97&page=1
My question is - what else should we replace/rebuild? My father is concerned that the steering is loose, and my thought was that we might need to replace bushings in the column while having the power steering converted. Thoughts?
Also, our engine is a GM replacement 327. Will that change which kit we should use?
Thanks to all.
http://www.borgeson.com/xcart/produc...&cat=97&page=1
My question is - what else should we replace/rebuild? My father is concerned that the steering is loose, and my thought was that we might need to replace bushings in the column while having the power steering converted. Thoughts?
Also, our engine is a GM replacement 327. Will that change which kit we should use?
Thanks to all.
Good luck... GUSTO
Racer
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I also just replaced my entire steering with a Steeroids kit. No rag joint needed, and the kit comes with everything you need. I changed the pulley system with a March system, so I had to do a reservoir and have some hoses made. It wasn't a big deal, and now it looks super clean. Mine is still on stands, and I haven't driven it yet, but it sure feels good, and has a very quick response to the input of the wheel. It is a great system, and I'd recommend it to anyone.
Le Mans Master
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doesn't the borgeson kit eliminate the old Control valve?
For some reason I thought the Borgeson conversion deleted the old control valve oily part of the relay rod? Am I misunderstanding something?
I am installing Steeroids myself right now. The reason was because I was tired of the old Control valve leaking all over my floor and the Borgeson did not replace that part.
When you remove the old steering box you can tell if the steering bearings/bushings need to be touched because the wheel will turn freely.
Mine turns so easily and no "grinding" that I am sure my column is good for another 40 years.
Good luck with the swap.
Ken
When you remove the old steering box you can tell if the steering bearings/bushings need to be touched because the wheel will turn freely.
Mine turns so easily and no "grinding" that I am sure my column is good for another 40 years.
Good luck with the swap.
Ken
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