powersteering gear box question
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powersteering gear box question
Hi guys im kinda new to this forum, one quick question, i have to replace the powersteering gearbox on my 2001 F250 7.3L, is there any aftermarket upgraded ones available or do i have to get oem?
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Welcome to FTE. The favorite heavy duty steering box seems to be from redhead. Red-Head Steering Gears, Seattle WA - Red-Head Steering Gears Home
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A little of both. They are a full rebuild with some modifications.
What kind of problems are you having? Got a lift with big tires? Some other issue that makes things re-occurring? Keep in mind the hydroboost unit ties the steering box and brakes together. Upgraded, hi-flow power steering pumps and boxes are available, but you really need to get your hydroboost unit ported before you can run something like that.
What kind of problems are you having? Got a lift with big tires? Some other issue that makes things re-occurring? Keep in mind the hydroboost unit ties the steering box and brakes together. Upgraded, hi-flow power steering pumps and boxes are available, but you really need to get your hydroboost unit ported before you can run something like that.
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Is this a DIY mod or something to have done. That would be interesting to know how to do.
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I hope you do not have to port hydroboost just for the gearbox cause that's not in my agenda.
My redhead is on the way(missed out on group buy) but I am only going to run stock ps pump. No porting. Hopefully no issues
My redhead is on the way(missed out on group buy) but I am only going to run stock ps pump. No porting. Hopefully no issues
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Post Fiend
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It's a good time to flush the ATF in the power steering pump though since you're putting in a red head.
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I replaced my power steering box last weekend and now my truck drives like it has no power steering. My buddy who did the work said the gaskets aren't lubed yet and after a couple of weeks will be better. Is this normal?
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What's he gonna' say in a couple of weeks?
....."The hoses aren't full yet."?.....
C'mon!
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