Which Power Steering Lines?
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Post Fiend
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From: Kasson, Minnesota
Which Power Steering Lines?
Hey guys. I've converted my Highboy Power Assist to the Integrated Power Steering setup from a 79 F250 4x4 and also will be swapping in a 460 and using a stock 79 pwr steering pump and wondering what lines I need. Do I need just the 79 F250 4x4 lines? Thanks.
Post Fiend
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You only have two lines coming off of the power steering pump. Since you have eliminated the hydraulic ram, the two lines that were supplying fluid to it, are also eliminated.
This only leaves the pressure and return lines at the pump. Route these to the new power steering box, and you are good to go. easy as pie.
This only leaves the pressure and return lines at the pump. Route these to the new power steering box, and you are good to go. easy as pie.
Laughing Gas
Joined: Dec 2007
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From: Minnesota
When I did my conversion for a 75 F100 4X4 I used the original pressure line from the 79 Bronco pump I had, just had to bend the metal parts a little. Then on the return you can use the metal ends that fit with hose clamps and hydraulic line if you want. There isn't that much pressure on that line. Just a hint the newer pump has a swivel so it will still move when its tight.
