Power Steering Conversion for 1964 Dodge Polara (383 Engine)

[Yennes]

Hi FBBO,

I have a 1964 Dodge Polara with a 383 engine and manual steering, and I want to convert it to power steering. I might be able to get a compatible steering gearbox, but what other parts do I need for the conversion?

Are there complete conversion kits available that include everything required? I have also heard that the steering column or shaft is different for power steering, either a different diameter or shorter. Is that true? If so, is there a way to modify my existing steering column, or would I need a completely different one?

 

[PurpleBeeper]

I’ve done this swap on a ‘70 only, so check cross references for parts.
1. Obviously need a power steering box, power steering pump, hoses, pulleys and brackets.
2. The power steering column center shaft is shorter than a manual steering column center shaft. You could shorten your manual steering center shaft in a “cut & weld” way because I think your steering center shaft is solid.
3. You might need a different pitman arm.

 

[T Brashears]

Bergman auto craft

 

[Mopar Hunter]

Bergman auto craft

X2
Installed a Borgeson from Bergman Auto craft (Peter) in my friend’s Charger, it was the best upgrade to his car. I bought one for my Charger, getting ready to install it any day now.

 

[T Brashears]

I posted this before on another thread. I got the kit from Bergman. Love it. Also great phone support. My 65 has smaller bolts than the box,I made some bushings to take up the space.

 

[AR67GTX]

If preferring to stick with stock parts I would suggest calling Steer & Gear. They can probably the box and pump and brackets and many small parts / hoses, etc, and help point you towards anything they can’t. The steering shaft, coupler and crank pulley may be the hardest parts to find but I bet a parts wanted ad on here will surface them too. I just converted my 66 Satellite to PS.