Manual steering gear swap.

[doopdoop67]

I have power steering on my 67 dart right now that I took off a 72 318 car. I want the steering to be a little more firm and I’m thinking about putting a manual box in it. What box would I need and where do I get one? Or is there anything I can do to make my power steering more firm? Also thinking about putting my cheap summit headers on and I’m assuming a manual box would give me more room? Thanks guys

 

[A408Cuda]

You can reduce the pressure your power steering pump puts out by replacing the bypass valve in the back of the pump, or you can go with a low pressure pump. I used a 850 psi Tuff stuff pump on mine. Link Tuff Stuff Performance Power Steering Pumps 6174A

 

[motorpirate]

I have power steering on my 67 dart right now that I took off a 72 318 car. I want the steering to be a little more firm and I’m thinking about putting a manual box in it. What box would I need and where do I get one? Or is there anything I can do to make my power steering more firm? Also thinking about putting my cheap summit headers on and I’m assuming a manual box would give me more room? Thanks guys

up the caster in the front end. it will increase steering effort AND improve high speed stability.

 

[gregpurcell]

To change to manual steering you will need the manual box and a manual steering column (it is longer than the power) and a different coupler (different size geared hole). There is also a steering column adapter but it is pricey, so it's probably easier to find a manual steering column.

 

[PST]

We offer manual steering boxes is stock 24:1 for quick ratio 16:1. Do also offer the adapters to retain your stock power column. As a member of the forum you are also eligible for the members only discount and free shipping. Here is a quick link to what we offer for your specific application:

PST | Close Ratio Steering Box | Fast Ratio Steering Box

Thanks
James From
PST