1966 Dart Valiant Steering Columns

[jysnflem]

I'm in the process of converting my 65 Valiant steering column to a 66 Valiant steering column that will shift a automatic 904 trans. I have all of the parts and I have a general idea of what I need to do, but pictures or diagrams would also help. Can anyone help me out here I would appreciate it? I know I'll have to mount one piece to the frame rail, but need a picture to get a better idea. Thanks Jayson

 

[Commando66]

How about a diagram and a picture?

 

[jysnflem]

Wow that's great! I have all of the same pieces from a 1966 Valiant. Would you possible be able to take a picture of the frame rail where the insert nut is located for the shaft support? Thanks for everything. Jayson

 

[Blair Harris]

Hi i was reading your post,i was wondering if comando 66 has a pic of the other side of the trans,I have a 67 Dart 383 with a manual shift reverse acting valve body i want to convert to a factory set up. I need to replace all the kick down linkages an rods to go up to the carb. So i need to gather up all the pieces forst a pic like that would be a great help.

 

[Commando66]

I don't have a picture of what the insert looks like but here are a couple pictures of the linkage mounted. Blair, my small block early a-body is probably different than your big block car. I would probably start a new thread asking for people with cars like yours have pictures and/or parts.

 

[jysnflem]

That's a great shot I hope you didn't pull your engine to get that picture. lol. That's exactly what I needed to see. It looks like they changed the brake lines from 1965 to 1966 to fit that in there. Thank you very much you were a great help. Jayson

 

[Commando66]

No, I didn't pull the engine for you. It's been out for a long time...it's a money, family, time thing.

 

[jysnflem]

Boy I here you on that one. I have a 5 month and a 3 year old. I get up at 6:30 am on weekends to do enjoy early morning car rides. Jayson

No, I didn't pull the engine for you. It's been out for a long time...it's a money, family, time thing.

 

[az426hemi]

Boy I here you on that one. I have a 5 month and a 3 year old. I get up at 6:30 am on weekends to do enjoy early morning car rides. Jayson

Hey Jason, how are those 295 Mickey Thompson tires working for you?

Street traction?
Strip traction?

Thanks,
Mike

 

[jysnflem]

The tires haven't been to the track yet. I haven't tried on the street either. I must be getting old. lol They do ride nice. Jayson

Hey Jason, how are those 295 Mickey Thompson tires working for you?

Street traction?
Strip traction?

Thanks,
Mike