Power Steering Box Replacement
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Power Steering Box Replacement
Hi Guys! Here is another video for the repair archives!
So recently, my 95 F150 failed Pennsylvania vehicle inspection. One of the culprits was my power steering box. The inspector said the steering was too loose and he failed me. So I ordered a new steering box and got to work. Here's a video, showing how to replace that sucker. Enjoy!
If the link above does not work, go to YouTube and search, "Power Steering Box Replacement F150" - The Minute Masters.
So recently, my 95 F150 failed Pennsylvania vehicle inspection. One of the culprits was my power steering box. The inspector said the steering was too loose and he failed me. So I ordered a new steering box and got to work. Here's a video, showing how to replace that sucker. Enjoy!
If the link above does not work, go to YouTube and search, "Power Steering Box Replacement F150" - The Minute Masters.
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You and me both! I couldn't believe it! I just about figured they were only checking suspension joints, tires, brakes, and safety equipment. BUT the steering difference is UNREAL! I was blown away about how great the steering felt! If I ever bought another OBS, I think replacing the steering would be on my first replacement/tune up list.
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Thanks! I was worried that I was failing in my mechanic abilities. Best decision was buying the new pitman!
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He just said it had too much play. I even asked him what the solution would be and he knowing I do my own repairs said I needed a new box. So I trust his judgment. However, inspector are sticklers. If they don't see a new part, they would not have let me pass.
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Too much play is more than vague. If you took out the play by adjusting the set screw and took it back what could he say when the steering was tighter? If he wouldn’t pass it then I’d be going somewhere else.
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I agree, definitely too vague and I could have argued my case of tightening the screw and taking the play out. I guess, I'll never know. Although my truck is at 224,000 miles. So I'm not entirely disappointed that I replaced it.
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The last one I did was on the ‘94. I tightened the pitman arm puller, let it sit, tightened it some more and repeated serveral times. Eventually I heard this very loud bang when the arm popped off the steering gear.
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No problem! Glad you enjoyed it! Yeah voodoo is right! Or an indestructible pitman puller.
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