Big Truck Power Steering Swap?
Laughing Gas
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From: Pratt Ks
I am fine if you go with power steering, i was just saying that if it is that hard to turn then something is wrong with the steering system and you should look into it.
look at a diagram for power steering on a 61 impala as it is very simple and uses a hydraulic ram to steer it. you can reverse engineer that and go from there.
If you cant understand my tip about a potential issue then fine be that way, bye.
look at a diagram for power steering on a 61 impala as it is very simple and uses a hydraulic ram to steer it. you can reverse engineer that and go from there.
If you cant understand my tip about a potential issue then fine be that way, bye.
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Tuned
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From: Austin, TX
I am fine if you go with power steering, i was just saying that if it is that hard to turn then something is wrong with the steering system and you should look into it.
look at a diagram for power steering on a 61 impala as it is very simple and uses a hydraulic ram to steer it. you can reverse engineer that and go from there.
look at a diagram for power steering on a 61 impala as it is very simple and uses a hydraulic ram to steer it. you can reverse engineer that and go from there.
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From: AKRON ohio
Not trying to be rude here...but I'm not asking for people's feedback on how they enjoy manual steering. I'm asking for input regarding adding power steering to classic trucks.
And I don't think your F5 weighs 10,000 lb. Maybe GVWR..
1952 F5 GVWR is in the low 4000 lb range as a cab and chassis and you most likely have radial street tires.
My truck is ~8500lb as it sits, and I'm sourcing 42" aggressive tread military tires. Our applications are entirely different.
And I don't think your F5 weighs 10,000 lb. Maybe GVWR..
1952 F5 GVWR is in the low 4000 lb range as a cab and chassis and you most likely have radial street tires.
My truck is ~8500lb as it sits, and I'm sourcing 42" aggressive tread military tires. Our applications are entirely different.
you also stated you wanted something simple. No way is making brackets, hydraulic hoses, power box and putting it all together easier than a column modification
Next, this is a ford truck forum and the best forum on the planet and they guys are always willing to help, but, at this point in time and I think I'm speaking for the group here, maybe it's time to take your questions to a 1942 GM site for answers.
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Tuned
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From: Austin, TX
Ok I'm just reading and looking in but now I have to comment. You came here asking for ideas, when in fact you already had your mind made up. EPAS was suggested and you don't want to go that route for whatever reason so why did you even put that in your first post if it's out of the question?
you also stated you wanted something simple. No way is making brackets, hydraulic hoses, power box and putting it all together easier than a column modification
Next, this is a ford truck forum and the best forum on the planet and they guys are always willing to help, but, at this point in time and I think I'm speaking for the group here, maybe it's time to take your questions to a 1942 GM site for answers.
you also stated you wanted something simple. No way is making brackets, hydraulic hoses, power box and putting it all together easier than a column modification
Next, this is a ford truck forum and the best forum on the planet and they guys are always willing to help, but, at this point in time and I think I'm speaking for the group here, maybe it's time to take your questions to a 1942 GM site for answers.
My mind isn't made up as I'm not asking a this or that question. The question is, is my list comprehensive and for those of you that have done a power steering swap is my plan of attack correct?
So far I haven't seen anyone comment about using an EPAS column on a large truck. I see it commonly done on smaller trucks but the torque requirements are significantly different.
And I appreciate your input. However I don't think you speak for the group and I'm happy to continue posting here as I have for the past 7 years. Especially since my post has nothing to do with a specific truck but how a power steering swap happens generally.
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