can you swap a manual steering column with a power steering column? if not what are the differences.

thanks

I've heard the length is different, but that's coming 3rd hand and off memory so here's a so that you can get a definative answer.



Dave

Thanks for the info

ok Mike so then can I just install a diff gear and a pump

who wins and who was correct? me or mike

Though I certainly don't recommend Jims; take a look at the steering column/box adaptor here:

http://www.jimsautoparts.com/steering_parts.htm

Dave

More:

http://roadtrip.yearone.com/2009/12/mopar-power-steering-conversion.html


Dave

http://forums.moparmusclemagazine.com/70...sion/index.html

...note the comment at the bottom by Randy Bolig.

...and from E-'berg;

http://www.moparaction.com/Tech/quest1/STEERING_POWER.html

Have a manual steer now but column needs total restro. Found a complete restro power steer column on the cheap and bought it.Was hoping it was easy swap but now finding that to not be true.

A manual column is longer. Also, on a 70, the outer steering shafts are different lengths. You can lengthen and/or shorten the column as needed. You'll have to redrill and reinstall some nylon pins to retain the columns ability to collapse. I just did this in my 70 B body. Do a search and you should find the post.

If memory serves me correct....The only thing different is the actual shaft. This of coarse providing that the two columns you have are the same in being either console auto/4speed or column shift. The shaft can be stretched and shortened, but the lower part of the shaft is slightly different if your doing an accurate restoration. The shaft itself is actually two pieces and the upper (steering wheel) parts are the same. I actually had stripped splines on my original steering column shaft (manual) and used the upper shaft portion from a spare (power) column I had. worked perfect. Hope this isn't confusing...


Scott

Scott,

Both columns are for console shift.I will take 2 and make 1.

Thanks for the help.

Scott

Scott, You will have to disassemble them both a little to remove the shaft. If you have a Factory Service Manual it would help. If not PM me I will scan the pages and send it to you.

Scott

Scott,

I do not have a manual if you could please send to tahiti190@hotmail.com

Thanks
Scott

Try this page as it outlines what your looking for. Barry has tons of good info on his site

http://www.hamtramck-historical.com/ServiceHighlights/1970PassengerCarHighlights11.shtml

Scott