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Steering Linkage

I have a 1976 F-150 4wd with the stock "inverted Y" steering linkage and I would like to exchange it for the later model "inverted T" style linkage. Anything I need to be aware of when doing this? Do I need a different pitman arm? Will another pitman arm fit on my steering box? Anyone with experience in this area your thoughts would be appreciated.

 
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I cant tell you the answer but I think the best way to do this would be to find a parts truck with everything in the steering intact. Then Just swap the parts. If the pitman arm isn't correct and it won't fit your steering box, swap boxes.
 
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Everything is the same. The tapper for the TRE is identical.
You will love the new steering. You also have the option to install the larger 1 ton chevy style stuff. They offer some real heavy duty stuff.
 
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Thanks for the info. Any experience with the after-market steering shafts (Borgeson or similar). They worth the money?
 
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