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Old Sep 11, 2013 | 06:52 PM
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power steering kit

i am getting ready to order my kit ,, any last min pointers ,, i have talked to mid fiftys ,,and everything i need will cost me right at 400 ,( everything but the gear box ) is there any were else i need to check ??

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Old Sep 12, 2013 | 08:34 AM
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i am getting ready to order my kit ,, any last min pointers ,, i have talked to mid fiftys ,,and everything i need will cost me right at 400 ,( everything but the gear box ) is there any were else i need to check ??

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I put power steering in my 50 F1 not a kit but from parts, BUT in my Ecotec powered Baja Bug we put in electric power steering and that is the way I would go for the convenience and simplicity not as cheap. you leave the original steering box and add the steering unit inline with the steering shaft. just turn the key on not even the engine and you have power steering 30 amp load at max but normally much much lower for regular driving. using them in circle track racing. sorry if I put a choice that may put you in research mode again;.
 
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Old Sep 12, 2013 | 09:32 AM
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Originally Posted by lilrobo
i am getting ready to order my kit ,, any last min pointers ,, i have talked to mid fiftys ,,and everything i need will cost me right at 400 ,( everything but the gear box ) is there any were else i need to check ??

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Several vendors have some degree of power steering kits. Keep an eye on the price, lower usually means less stuff. But, if Midfiftys says theirs is complete it will be. Does the Midfiftys kit come with Heavy Duty tie rod? Several members recommend it when installing power steering plus larger tires.
 
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Old Sep 12, 2013 | 10:33 AM
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no tie rod i dont think ,,everything else

bracket
pitman arm
center bushing
hoses
all bolts
coupler

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Old Sep 12, 2013 | 11:53 AM
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i am going to do some more research before i order ,, i want to do the right thing ,,, i am still trying to find a power steering pump bracket

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Old Sep 12, 2013 | 12:20 PM
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Toyota box or the new toyota style one designed by CPP ( 400 serie)?
 
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Old Sep 12, 2013 | 04:48 PM
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from a toyota truck its the right one axracer checked it out

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Only thing to add is I wish I had done this mod sooner. Single greatest mod to enhance enjoyment of your truck.
 
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