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#129582 12/01/2002 7:21 PM
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Does anyone here have a suggestion on a steering box swap for a '54 3100? I've tried the search, but nothing shows up.


'54 3100-235-T5 trans-12 bolt 3:31
'68 Impala 307/350
'78 Sportster/Original owner
#129583 12/01/2002 10:04 PM
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Do you want power steering, wingnut? If so, check out www.classictruckshop.com They have a reasonably good article concerning just this swap. They used a commercially available kit to install later model ('73-'89) GM full size 1/2 ton steering box on their AD 1/2 ton. Just check the "tech articles" section on the left side of the screen. I believe this kit is available from most of the major parts vendors, prices range from $95-$125 U.S. Hopefully you will find some more of the information there that you are looking for. Best of luck.

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#129584 12/01/2002 11:43 PM
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Thanks Wannabe, I'll check it out. I haven't made up my mind if I'm going with P/S or staying with manual.

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#129585 12/04/2002 12:28 AM
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Wingnut, I just had another thought (question). Are you wanting to change your steering out because of an engine swap? If you've put a V-8 in there, you can just space the stock box about 1 1/2" out from the frame using seamless steel tubing, longer Grade 8 bolts and a piece of steel plate. then you heat the pitman arm and bend it in slightly to bring it back to its stock distance from the frame. Just thought this might be another option for you.

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