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Topic: Power Steering help needed
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bibbs68
Gearhead Posts: 1588
From: Jackson, TN
Registered: Sep 2000
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posted 04-14-2003 03:41 PM
   
Does anyone out there have this info they could pass along and save me from the ebay thing? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2411201212&category=10368 Thanks as always! ------------------
Jeremy
'68 Coupe
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indyphil
Gearhead Posts: 2354
From: Senoia, G.A. USA
Registered: Jul 2002
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posted 04-14-2003 04:15 PM
I dont, but I do have power steering on my 68 and it works flawlessly. I can take pictures and help you if there is anything specific you need to ask about. I also have the shop manual for the 68.------------------
'68 coupe 289 C code
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bibbs68
Gearhead Posts: 1588
From: Jackson, TN
Registered: Sep 2000
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posted 04-14-2003 04:39 PM
I thought I would see how complicated it was to do. I have the complete setup but I imagine the ram, pump, etc. needs to be rebuilt. That unfortunately looks like it may cost several dollars. I would like to put it on, but I don't need a leak to keep up with. Fortunately, I have no puddles on my garage floor from the Pony. I have heard that this will more than likely cause a few puddles. 
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70SportsRoof
Gearhead Posts: 901
From: Orange County, CA
Registered: Dec 2001
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posted 04-14-2003 07:12 PM
They can be a pain in the you know what. They have a lot of components, and those parts can be pricey, such as the ram. I have always heard that they tend to leak, mine always did, even with all new hoses and such. It's because of the system Ford used, too many hoses and components. This is one place where I prefer GM's over the Fords. They have a better PS system. But it can add value to your car if you plan to sell.------------------
Gary M.-
1970 Mustang Deluxe SportsRoof (daily driver), 1946 Ford pickup, 1947 Ford pickup, 1957 Ford Fairlane 500 Town Vic
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66stangkid
Journeyman Posts: 57
From: Rowlett,TX US
Registered: Mar 2003
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posted 04-15-2003 12:07 AM
The guys told me i don't need it!what's your excuse?
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SteveLaRiviere
Administrator Posts: 42859
From: Saco, Maine
Registered: May 99
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posted 04-15-2003 04:56 PM
quote:
Originally posted by 70SportsRoof:
They can be a pain in the you know what. They have a lot of components, and those parts can be pricey, such as the ram. I have always heard that they tend to leak, mine always did, even with all new hoses and such. It's because of the system Ford used, too many hoses and components. This is one place where I prefer GM's over the Fords. They have a better PS system. But it can add value to your car if you plan to sell.
GM used that system too, on some of their older cars, like '63-'67 Vettes. ------------------
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bibbs68
Gearhead Posts: 1588
From: Jackson, TN
Registered: Sep 2000
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posted 04-15-2003 05:15 PM
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Originally posted by indyphil:
...I do have power steering on my 68 and it works flawlessly.
What have you done as far as rebuilding/replacing parts to make sure they work properly and don't leak?
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Jeremy
'68 Coupe
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70SportsRoof
Gearhead Posts: 901
From: Orange County, CA
Registered: Dec 2001
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posted 04-15-2003 07:03 PM
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Originally posted by SteveLaRiviere:
GM used that system too, on some of their older cars, like '63-'67 Vettes.
True True. The GM systems I meant were the the A-bodies and such, where all you have is a pump, steering box and 2 hoses. You caught me on that one, Steve. ------------------
Gary M.-
1970 Mustang Deluxe SportsRoof (daily driver), 1946 Ford pickup, 1947 Ford pickup, 1957 Ford Fairlane 500 Town Vic
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SteveLaRiviere
Administrator Posts: 42859
From: Saco, Maine
Registered: May 99
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posted 04-15-2003 07:12 PM
The '71-'73 up have a Saganaw intergral system, which is a great system. The '65-'70 are the cursed ones. ------------------
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mustangs68
Moderator Posts: 22182
From: Buckroe Beach Va MCA#39406 M&M #12 Member Mustang Club of Tidewater
Registered: May 99
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posted 04-15-2003 08:11 PM
I have never had a problem with leaking,I have replaced the hoses/lines.
sam
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Fastback68
Gearhead Posts: 3053
From: Sucat, Paranaque, Philippines
Registered: Jul 99
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posted 04-15-2003 08:51 PM
I might as well  When I bought my car, the PS leaked badly. I replaced the ram and the hoses, and now it leaks badly. I've resigned myself to it.
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BlueMule
Gearhead Posts: 1454
From: Kent Island, MD USA
Registered: Sep 2002
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posted 04-16-2003 07:32 AM
quote:
Originally posted by SteveLaRiviere:
The '71-'73 up have a Saganaw intergral system, which is a great system. The '65-'70 are the cursed ones.
like this? ^##&*#%*))^@$!&^$@* Mine is a 'sometimes I'll work, this time I ain't gonna work.' type of deal. I can't stand putting money into that control valve. I'd go manual but MrsMule has something to say about that. ------------------
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indyphil
Gearhead Posts: 2354
From: Senoia, G.A. USA
Registered: Jul 2002
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posted 04-16-2003 10:17 AM
I bought my car last year, it worked when I got it so i have left it alone. The hoses have a heat sheild on them and I dont use tubular headers (im still using cast iron stock manifolds).Im thinking of switching to headers and removing the P/S system (I was also told its not really needed). But its very easy to park (one finger steering with the car standing still). I dont know what else I can tell you, because I havent had it apart. But id be happy to take installation pictures (probably not much help)
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bibbs68
Gearhead Posts: 1588
From: Jackson, TN
Registered: Sep 2000
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posted 04-16-2003 11:01 AM
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Originally posted by indyphil:
But id be happy to take installation pictures (probably not much help)
If you don't mind and have some time to take a few photos and email them to me that would be great. I have decided that I have the parts so why not put it on. If I'm not happy with it, then I'll take it off and sell to someone who really needs it! 
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