volare IFS
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volare IFS
I'm thinking of installing a volare suspension this year, the engine is a ford 302 with a front sump. will this interfear with the suspension crossmember?
The other item is the power steering pump.
Do I need the chrysler pump or just use the ford pump.
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The other item is the power steering pump.
Do I need the chrysler pump or just use the ford pump.
thanks
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You'll need a rear sump. You can get one off a truck or a van.
I'm using the Ford pump with an adjustable pressure valve I picked up from RB 's. I beleive most people are using the Ford pump as is.
Try to get a " Volare" unit from a V8 equipped car to ensure you get the thicker torsion bars.
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I'm using the Ford pump with an adjustable pressure valve I picked up from RB 's. I beleive most people are using the Ford pump as is.
Try to get a " Volare" unit from a V8 equipped car to ensure you get the thicker torsion bars.
Regards,
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front sump
Thanks, I wasn't sure about the pan. I guess I have to find the right oil pickup tube and pan. Do the rear sump pans have a dip stick built into them? Right now I have the toyota sterring box and it seems a little hard to turn the steering wheel. You can turn it with one hand but not like my dodge pickup.
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I did a short discussion thread on the adjustable valve in here about 3 years ago...but when i get home tonight I'll get the proper brand name and part # for it. The valve has a **** on it that lets you adjust the pressure to the box from full down to whatever.
One of the hot rod mags ran a short " tech article" on it back then as well.
We tried to do an in depth analysis of the pressure output of the various mfgr's power steering pumps about 3 or 4 yrs ago but we ( the forum) just couldn't seem to get the data.
RB's was an outfit that sold hot rod parts - (blue and peach coloured cover on their really thick catalog) but I think they went out business last winter. They didn't make the vavle, they only sold it, so I'm sure other still do. Not even sure if you really need it, but I love spending money on parts.....
Dip stick in pan or block ? Can't remember - will check when I get home tonight.
One of the hot rod mags ran a short " tech article" on it back then as well.
We tried to do an in depth analysis of the pressure output of the various mfgr's power steering pumps about 3 or 4 yrs ago but we ( the forum) just couldn't seem to get the data.
RB's was an outfit that sold hot rod parts - (blue and peach coloured cover on their really thick catalog) but I think they went out business last winter. They didn't make the vavle, they only sold it, so I'm sure other still do. Not even sure if you really need it, but I love spending money on parts.....
Dip stick in pan or block ? Can't remember - will check when I get home tonight.
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I have a rear sump pickup tube that I believe was out of a Bronco (289 or 302) Now all you'd have to do is find a pan! Let me know if you're interested.
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You don't necessarily have to use a rear sump pan, it all depends on your motor mount setup. Since you are installing this IFS new then you'll also have to install the mounts so you can put them where you need them. Here's a pic of my truck with a front sump pan...
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They are aftermarket Volare drilled and slotted rotors. I believe I bought them out of a mail-order shop in L.A.
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My 5.0 is from a 1990 F150 and it has the dipstick coming out of the block.
That adjustable power steering pressure valve that I got from RB's is actually made by/for Heidt's Hot Rods and they currently advertise it for $85.00 They actually call it " Adjustable steering pressure valve " As I said, not sure if it's even necassary, but what the hay.....
That adjustable power steering pressure valve that I got from RB's is actually made by/for Heidt's Hot Rods and they currently advertise it for $85.00 They actually call it " Adjustable steering pressure valve " As I said, not sure if it's even necassary, but what the hay.....
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