dale Posted August 19, 2016 Report Share Posted August 19, 2016 Is there any way to install power steering on this car that has a chevy 350 V-8 and keep the original steering wheel etc. I doubt it but... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knuckleharley Posted August 19, 2016 Report Share Posted August 19, 2016 Yes. Install it and keep the original steering wheel. You will have to adjust to the quicker steering,but it's not a hill that can't be climbed. There is also a possibility you may be able to change a valve or piston inside the pump or install it inline to reduce the pressure,but unless it is adjustable you would still have a problem, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonaldSmith Posted August 19, 2016 Report Share Posted August 19, 2016 I put power steering in my 47 DeSoto: Cut the steering shaft and jacket at the firewall and added a bushing. Added a sleeve and brush for the horn contact. Added steering shaft segments with U-joints. Replaced the manual box with a power box matching the pitman shaft splines and position. Added a pulley to the crankshaft and wallowed out the crossmember to clear the new pulley and belt. Lowered the alternator location, and added a bracket above the alternator to support a power steering pump. Added a power steering pump, hoses and belt. I have a more detailed description somewhere in past threads. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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