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Topic: power steering
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catman_45
Journeyman Posts: 54
From: Moscow, ID, USA
Registered: Jan 2002
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posted 02-01-2002 04:20 AM
   
I just got a 66 coupe that doesn't have power steering, what parts do I need to make it power steering and whats the cost(roughly)? Also, where is the best place to get them?------------------
1966 Coupe w/ 351 Windsor, BM Slap shifter
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SteveLaRiviere
Administrator Posts: 30756
From: Saco, Maine
Registered: May 99
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posted 02-01-2002 08:58 PM
Unless you really need power steering, you are VASTLY better off with the manual steering. The leak-prone 65-70 Mustang power steering setup is not worth the hassle of installing, in my opinion. ------------------
'70 Mustang Mach 1 M code 351C 4V/FMX/3.25 open
'72 Mustang Sprint Coupe 351C 4V/FMX/4.30 Trac Lok
'94 F-150 XL 5.8L/E4OD/3.55 Limited Slip
'97 Probe GTS 2.5L DOHC
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Fastymz
Moderator Posts: 8931
From: Reno Nv USA MEM#1240
Registered: Apr 2001
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posted 02-02-2002 02:45 PM
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Originally posted by SteveLaRiviere:
Unless you really need power steering, you are VASTLY better off with the manual steering. The leak-prone 65-70 Mustang power steering setup is not worth the hassle of installing, in my opinion.
I'll 2nd that I had power that I'm trying to go to manual now. SCOOP
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65 coupe,351w,RPM intake,Carter625,shorty headers,2.5 exhaust, Flowmasters,C4,open 8" 2:80,Big Boss 429 hood scoop,Crager SS,Black Suede.
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MrWesson22
Gearhead Posts: 1099
From: Dacula, GA
Registered: Sep 2000
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posted 02-02-2002 03:04 PM
Here's another vote for manual steering. I have p/s now and am in the middle of a conversion. Stock 65-70 power ASSIST steering SUCKS!
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Neal
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MidLifCrisis
Gearhead Posts: 205
From: USA
Registered: Oct 2001
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posted 02-02-2002 10:15 PM
Catman_45, unless you're having trouble turning the wheel at low speed to park your car, it seems the general consensus would be to stay away from power steering. If you have the funds, I think I would go for the rack and pinion kit. It is a direct bolt up and got rave reviews from Mustang & Ford magazine. The kit is somewhere around $900, but it gives quicker steering and won't have the sloppy feel that the original has. Charlie
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mellowyellow
Gearhead Posts: 5518
From: So. Fl.
Registered: Aug 2000
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posted 02-02-2002 11:05 PM
$900??? Try power rack for around 1800. Also figure in a diminished turning radius, also 'different' behavior when backing up. This for one that is sold separately, not with the Mustang II suspension kit that has rack and pinion.I put power steering in my 65 GT and it was about 800 with all new stuff about 3 yrs ago. More today. Yes, it does weep a little bit, but in the 12,000 plus miles I have driven it, there has been no problem and if you feel you need it, go for it. There are also people who may have diminished use of an ARM, or a bad back may cause it to be helpful, also. Just like needing an automatice trans. It's not a cheap deal, but then neither is a shaker hood or a low profile rally pac that sold for 800! Try Rode's in Pa. Mustang Parts of Oklahoma, Okla City. You should also start scouring vintage-mustang.com for parts and you can put an ad on in the parts wanted. First: You will need to get an HCC-AX or HCC-AW steering box. The latter is the regulat PS box. You must have the correct box for optimum use.
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iamblackjack
Gearhead Posts: 165
From: Magnolia, Tx, USA
Registered: Jan 2002
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posted 02-03-2002 12:30 AM
I've heard the same thing about them.This raises a question I have (it might help catman_45 also). I'm seriously considering that rack&pinion conversion (manual) for my 65 coupe. It's like $1100!!!! I've seen some other racks (Mustang II style and some custom billet, ect) that were for roadsters and race (drag) cars and they were $300 to $900. BUT, as we all know, early Mustangs have the linkage behind the front axle. I don't know if these racks are for the front or back (I intend to find out). I replaced the rack on an '88 Escort I had once and it was behind the front wheels. I even laid it under my Mustang to look at the possiblities and it looke promising. I paid $20 for it at a junk yard!! Does anyone out there know of a stock rack (Ford, Chevy, Dodge, ect) that can be SAFELY retro-fitted???
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Pair of '65s from Texas
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catman_45
Journeyman Posts: 54
From: Moscow, ID, USA
Registered: Jan 2002
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posted 02-03-2002 03:22 AM
Ok guys, looks like the verdict is keep the manual steering and put rack and pinion on it (money permitting). My dad recommended the same thing, so thats what I'm going with, thanks for the advice!------------------
1966 Coupe w/ 351 Windsor, BM Slap shifter, aqua blue, dual exhaust with turbo mufflers, soon to have lucas square 8s
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