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knuckledragger 09-26-2010 04:20 PM

Re: Power Steering Adapter Plates
 
I need an adapter for my 65 c10.Please send me contact info.
Dan

Captainfab 09-27-2010 01:18 AM

Re: Power Steering Adapter Plates
 
PM sent.....

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Originally Posted by knuckledragger (Post 4210680)
I need an adapter for my 65 c10.Please send me contact info.
Dan


knuckledragger 09-30-2010 06:01 PM

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Thanks capt!

Touchdown67 10-10-2010 10:53 PM

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Hello Captain Fab. I have a 65 c10 2 wd that I am looking to upgrade to power steering. I see your adapter plates I think I need one of these. I was also wondering if you can give me any info on the rest of the parts needed or where is the best place to find parts for the switch. Thank you...

Captainfab 10-11-2010 03:06 PM

Re: Power Steering Adapter Plates
 
You're going to need a '69-'87 truck based (Pickup, Suburban, 2wd Blazer) power steering box from a 2wd C10, C20 or C30. You will also need a pitman arm and likely a new coupler (rag joint) to the steering column. Then you will need a power steering pump with brackets, pulleys and hoses that will work with whatever engine you are running. If possible it is a good idea to get the box and pump from the same donor truck. If you want to get new parts, just purchase them from your local auto parts supplier. Although you will need to either pay the core charges, or come up with them.

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Originally Posted by Touchdown67 (Post 4234381)
Hello Captain Fab. I have a 65 c10 2 wd that I am looking to upgrade to power steering. I see your adapter plates I think I need one of these. I was also wondering if you can give me any info on the rest of the parts needed or where is the best place to find parts for the switch. Thank you...


dutchmanz 11-02-2010 10:03 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Captainfab (Post 4136491)
On the 2wd '67 & '68 all you need are 4) 1/4" spacers. You don't need this plate. Thanks for inquiring.

If the 67-68 frame is completely flat, as in my case, do I need just some 1/4" spacers or the bracket. I have a 68 4x4 with the 3 bolt manual gear. Any help would be great.

Captainfab 11-02-2010 11:40 PM

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The '67 & '68 2wd's are the ones that you only need 1/4" spacers. The '67 & '68 4wd's need an adapter plate. I have sold a few of these to guys with '67 and '68 4x4's. Let me know if you would like one.

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Originally Posted by dutchmanz (Post 4274062)
If the 67-68 frame is completely flat, as in my case, do I need just some 1/4" spacers or the bracket. I have a 68 4x4 with the 3 bolt manual gear. Any help would be great.


BIGPIMP 11-11-2010 07:47 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Captainfab (Post 3191151)
This is the power steering adapter plate that I have been making since 1993. It is of a little different design than the others on the market. With mine you don't need to drill out any threaded holes on the steering box. All four of the steering box bolts go thru the frame. Also there is no inner plate to deal with. I don't feel it is necessary for a 2 wheel drive truck. I've had this same plate on my '66 Suburban since 1993 and put just over 120,000 miles on it with no issues. When I've installed these, I stitch weld the plate to the frame for a little added strength. This isn't absolutely necessary though, since there are four bolts securing it to the frame. The price for this bracket is $50.00 plus $10.00 for insured shipping in the USA. Included is the bracket as shown and four grade 8 bolts and lock washers.

do you still have these

Captainfab 11-11-2010 11:32 PM

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Yes I still have these.......

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Originally Posted by BIGPIMP (Post 4290109)
do you still have these


shortbed70 11-13-2010 12:27 AM

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WOW these adaptors rock and talk about detailed instructions. Thanks John...

Captainfab 11-13-2010 01:26 AM

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Thanks for the kind words Troy :)

scubasteve16 11-22-2010 12:00 AM

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I would like one for my '64 panel could you pm me the payment info so I can paypal payment for one please....

Captainfab 11-22-2010 12:25 AM

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I sent you a PM.......

Quote:

Originally Posted by scubasteve16 (Post 4307287)
I would like one for my '64 panel could you pm me the payment info so I can paypal payment for one please....


LostMy65 12-28-2010 07:52 PM

Re: Power Steering Adapter Plates
 
pm sent.

Quick question;

The Power Steering unit is coming off a 79 4x4 Suburb.
From my searching these forums, it appears it'll work for my 66 with your adapter plate, but I'll need to get a Pitman arm off a 2wd, correct?

Thanks,
Robert

Captainfab 12-28-2010 11:16 PM

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The 4x4 boxes are the same box as the 2wd boxes, but the sector shaft (output shaft) is different. Consequently the 2wd pitman arm will not fit onto a 4x4 box.

I replied to your PM. Let me know what you think.

Quote:

Originally Posted by LostMy65 (Post 4374505)
pm sent.

Quick question;

The Power Steering unit is coming off a 79 4x4 Suburb.
From my searching these forums, it appears it'll work for my 66 with your adapter plate, but I'll need to get a Pitman arm off a 2wd, correct?

Thanks,
Robert


LostMy65 12-28-2010 11:22 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Captainfab (Post 4374951)
The 4x4 boxes are the same box as the 2wd boxes, but the sector shaft (output shaft) is different. Consequently the 2wd pitman arm will not fit onto a 4x4 box.

I replied to your PM. Let me know what you think.

That stinks! :argh:

I still want your bracket. I originally didn't plan on converting to power steering until spring/summer, but since my 66 pitman arm is shot, I figured I might as well do the upgrade now.

gcwhite 01-04-2011 09:46 AM

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Can i order 1 of these and a bracket for the pbb too.

Captainfab 01-04-2011 11:25 PM

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Yes you sure can. I'll send you a PM to work out payment details.

Quote:

Originally Posted by gcwhite (Post 4387222)
Can i order 1 of these and a bracket for the pbb too.


wildearp 02-09-2011 08:14 PM

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I found this forum and thread in Google a while back and finally installed the bracket:

http://i52.tinypic.com/j6mlag.jpg

I knew I needed it because only three bolts were holding my steering box on the frame and the spacers were lug nuts. The box was loose, almost falling off, and the frame had a slight crack. The kit mounted the box almost 1.5 inches further back than where it was hacked on. The tie rod is very close to the crossmember, perhaps less than 1/4 inch. That made me second guess my measurements, but it all seems to be OK. Great instructions.

Captainfab 02-09-2011 11:55 PM

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Wow, it looks like the PO was a little drill happy. I'm glad to hear you got that fixed correctly.....looks good. It'll be much safer now. The adapter plates now come with a template that works better for postioning the adapter plate.

wheel1968 02-11-2011 02:20 PM

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intrested in a plate could u hook me up with info thanks TODD ASTOR

Captainfab 02-11-2011 04:27 PM

Re: Power Steering Adapter Plates
 
I sent you a PM.

Quote:

Originally Posted by wheel1968 (Post 4478630)
intrested in a plate could u hook me up with info thanks TODD ASTOR


xxangeloxx 02-21-2011 09:47 PM

Re: Power Steering Adapter Plates
 
hey i would like a plate. send me info in a pm.

Captainfab 02-22-2011 12:02 AM

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A PM is coming your way.....


Quote:

Originally Posted by xxangeloxx (Post 4503479)
hey i would like a plate. send me info in a pm.


bdg 03-02-2011 07:28 PM

Re: Power Steering Adapter Plates
 
I need a plate for a 65.Can you send me payment info.Thanks

Captainfab 03-02-2011 11:18 PM

Re: Power Steering Adapter Plates
 
I sent you a PM.......

Quote:

Originally Posted by bdg (Post 4525525)
I need a plate for a 65.Can you send me payment info.Thanks


Demmit_Hemmit's 65 03-06-2011 06:53 PM

Re: Power Steering Adapter Plates
 
Hi Captain................I need one of your plates..................PM me payment and address info...............Thanks in advance. Hemmit

Captainfab 03-07-2011 12:33 AM

Re: Power Steering Adapter Plates
 
PM sent......thanks for inquiring :)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Demmit_Hemmit's 65 (Post 4534212)
Hi Captain................I need one of your plates..................PM me payment and address info...............Thanks in advance. Hemmit


1966Stepside 03-20-2011 08:49 PM

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I also need one of these plates. Thanks in advance.

Captainfab 03-20-2011 11:28 PM

Re: Power Steering Adapter Plates
 
PM sent....thanks for inquiring.


Quote:

Originally Posted by 1966Stepside (Post 4565853)
I also need one of these plates. Thanks in advance.


roconet 03-20-2011 11:35 PM

Re: Power Steering Adapter Plates
 
:metal:dam!paid late friday had adapter plate in the mail when i got home monday!!over 1k miles away. do u have brackets for york ac comp on a 350 chevy? by the way plate worked perfect with that temp. thanx!

Captainfab 03-21-2011 01:17 AM

Re: Power Steering Adapter Plates
 
No I don't make York mounts. There's really no sense in making them since someone else already does. Look here.....

http://coloradok5.com/forums/album.php?albumid=109

Thanks for the compliment on the power steering adapter plate. :)


Quote:

Originally Posted by roconet (Post 4566397)
:metal:dam!paid late friday had adapter plate in the mail when i got home monday!!over 1k miles away. do u have brackets for york ac comp on a 350 chevy? by the way plate worked perfect with that temp. thanx!


moestruck 03-24-2011 01:12 AM

Re: Power Steering Adapter Plates
 
I'm ready to order a power steering plate for my 65 C10. Thanks

Captainfab 03-24-2011 01:56 AM

Re: Power Steering Adapter Plates
 
PM sent :)

Quote:

Originally Posted by moestruck (Post 4573919)
I'm ready to order a power steering plate for my 65 C10. Thanks


1966Stepside 03-30-2011 08:15 PM

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Got my plate in today. Included hardware and instructions, and I didn't know it came with either. Mucho happy!
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badblu97 03-30-2011 09:47 PM

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I recently got one, and its awesome! I was gonna post a pic but its late and I cant find it! you cant see the plate anyhow, just how well the power steering box looks!!! THANX Cap!!

Captainfab 03-30-2011 11:02 PM

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Thanks for the compliments guys :D

mannyb. 04-07-2011 01:23 AM

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captain! im finally ready for one of your plate and flange kit, pm me!!

LostMy65 04-09-2011 01:12 AM

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I am so glad to hear posts that the template is working out. :)

Captainfab 04-09-2011 11:48 PM

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Yep, it seems to be working just fine......many thanks Robert :D


Quote:

Originally Posted by LostMy65 (Post 4609628)
I am so glad to hear posts that the template is working out. :)



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