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Old 06-27-2011, 11:44 AM
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Steering Gear Box Year/Model Application

Hey guys I was wondering if anybody knew what steering boxes fit what year of trucks. I have a 96 f350 that needs a new steering box and I have some mid 80s and early 90s f250's in the back 40 but I'm not sure if they are the same box.
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Old 06-27-2011, 03:37 PM
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Early `90s F250 should be the same.
 
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Old 06-27-2011, 05:26 PM
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They have used the same Steering Box on several models since 1964, so any of those two should work.
 
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Great, thanks for the response guys.
 
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Steering boxes are wheelbase specific. If you have a longbed crewcab pickup, then you need a longbed crewcab steering box. The steering geometry changes depending on the wheelbase.

But to be honest, I don't know what would happen if you used the wrong box. I would guess that the tires would scrub when you turned. Your tires might wear out quicker, but I don't know how it would affect handling.
 
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