power to manual steering conversion

[70 RR]

Can anyone tell me what l will need besides the manual box?

 

[CRAIGXLH1]

use need a adapter which they make or manual steering column the power steering column is about 2 inches shorter also you need a manual steering gearbox coupler you might need a pitman arm if the gearbox has a shank

 

[ilm65]

Check out the web site for Steer & Gear in Columbus--a lot of help there!

 

[CRAIGXLH1]

Power Steering to Manual Steering Adapter Allows you to convert vehicles equipped with power steering to a manual steering box.
P4510637 Manual Steering Adapter

 

[70 RR]

Thanks guys. Just got off the phone with Flaming River. 609 for the box and 185 for the conversion kit! OUCH

 

[Lenny Arsenault]

Try Firm Feel they are cheaper

 

[70 RR]

Try Firm Feel they are cheaper

I'll check it out thanks!

 

[A383Wing]

all you really need is the manual coupler...then just tap the inner shaft out a bit to mate it up to manual box....

 

[Jim Bob The Dancing Bear]

If you are not in a hurry why not look for someone that wants to trade you their manual setup for your power setup? Columns, steering box, the whole shebang.

 

[67 coronet]

got a used manual box for my 67 for 75 bucks.flaming river coupler is well worth the price,its great.

 

[70 RR]

Thanks! Time wasn't on my side so l paid the big bucks and bought the Flaming River box and coupler. They are located 20 min from me so l just went and picked them up. Thanks Visa!

 

[383man]

Here is a pic of the adapter I used. I bought it from Mancini. Ron

 

[70 RR]

Here is a pic of the adapter I used. I bought it from Mancini. Ron

Very nice! Thanks for the photo and info.

 

[70 RR]

Here is my setup after the buying the Flaming River box and coupler.


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Closer view....

 

[slepr1]

About 25 years ago I did the power to manual conversion...and I've always wanted to change it back. It was on my heavy 77 Cordoba. I didn't like the sloppiness of the power steering. No sloppiness after, just needs lots of arm to turn the wheels when parking ect. Not fun anymore.

Now I'm looking at Firm Feel Stage 3 along with Fast Ratio Pitman Arms, plus the pump and pulleys, brackets....

 

[70 RR]

About 25 years ago I did the power to manual conversion...and I've always wanted to change it back. It was on my heavy 77 Cordoba. I didn't like the sloppiness of the power steering. No sloppiness after, just needs lots of arm to turn the wheels when parking ect. Not fun anymore.

Now I'm looking at Firm Feel Stage 3 along with Fast Ratio Pitman Arms, plus the pump and
pulleys, brackets....

I understand your wanting to change it back, those Cordobas were heavy for sure we had a 77 also. I want to drag my car now and then and take it to an occasional show so for me, manual was the way to go.

 

[383man]

Here is my setup after the buying the Flaming River box and coupler.
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Closer view....View attachment 203065

Very nice and your eng really looks awesome ! I love a clean eng and eng bay. You can be proud of your car and your work ! I take it you have to cut the steering shaft to install that unit ?
Again I must say your eng bay and eng look great ! I like it. Ron

 

[70 RR]

Very nice and your eng really looks awesome ! I love a clean eng and eng bay. You can be proud of your car and your work ! I take it you have to cut the steering shaft to install that unit ?
Again I must say your eng bay and eng look great ! I like it. Ron

Thanks Ron,

Like you, I also like a clean engine/bay.

I did have to remove the column and cut a sizable chunk out of it to make it fit but I am happy with the results. I have never had to do so much modifying to parts that are supposed to bolt right on! I expected to be cutting the coupler but not the column. At any rate, it wasn't that big a deal, just typical of the hot rod life. If you aren't prepared to modify, you aren't prepared! I hope to have the car on the road next week....

 

[ccarccrazy]

Can anyone tell me what l will need besides the manual box?

Hey, This is funny; I just joined this site to see what I need to do to convert my '67 GTX from power to manual steering and see your car here. This is Gary from Strongsville (Cola's buddy).