Manual to power steering??

[Wallus57]

What will I need to convert my 63 Savoy to power steering? From the research I've done, it looks like I can only use parts from maybe 62 to 65. Is that correct?
Thanks, Wally.

 

[khryslerkid]

To be on the safe side I'd say '62-'64.
The steering shaft is shorter for the power steering. The coupler is a different diameter at the steering box so you need one for power steering. Some are using aftermarket steering boxes. Then whatever steering pump you decide to go with you'll need the correct brackets, hoses, pully. Then at least a double pully for the crank shaft. For a big block, 440 Source has the pullys. And brackets for the Saginaw pump.

I recently converted my '62 to power steering from a manual. I really like it.

 

[jimbosride]

I did my 65 from manual to power. I used the column out of a 64 sport fury. My car is a 4speed. I sent the pump out
for rebuild and bought a rebuilt box from an auto parts chain. Everything fits and work good with no leaks.

But I STRONGLY recommend getting an aftermarket performance steering box. in my opinion the stock box is to over-power.

the car was a totally restored.

 

[Wallus57]

Thank you for the info. Do you remember what year the pump and box were from?
Oh, and I had a 66 Coronet wit P/S, loved that one finger spin, lol.

 

[jimbosride]

1964 pump and box
I believe the 65 are the same ??

 

[TKMSavoy]

To be on the safe side I'd say '62-'64.
The steering shaft is shorter for the power steering. The coupler is a different diameter at the steering box so you need one for power steering. Some are using aftermarket steering boxes. Then whatever steering pump you decide to go with you'll need the correct brackets, hoses, pully. Then at least a double pully for the crank shaft. For a big block, 440 Source has the pullys. And brackets for the Saginaw pump.

I recently converted my '62 to power steering from a manual. I really like it.

I plan to convert my 62 Savoy to power steering also. Initially, I thought I would go with a Borgerson set up but Borgerson told me because I have the 318 poly their conversion package doesn’t work. I’m now thinking I may have to try and locate an original pump and steering box have them rebuilt as necessary and go that route. Would love some advice from someone who has already converted their 62 to power steering. Thanks!

 

[GASSR]

Not sure why the Borgeson will not work in a '62. I fitted one in my '63 which I thought was pretty much the same. Is the '62 K member different?

 

[TKMSavoy]

Not sure why the Borgeson will not work in a '62. I fitted one in my '63 which I thought was pretty much the same. Is the '62 K member different?

I don’t think so. The borgerson rep said that the power steering pump won’t fit unless a new bracket is completely fabricated apparently the attaching point to the block or water pump is different on the 62. There were also a couple of comments online that the 318 Poly being a wider engine interferes with the mounting of the Borgerson steering box. However, there were different opinions on that.

 

[matthon]

Is the '62 K member different?

Yes, 62 has slant 6 K and a V8 K.
The V8 K has the same steel mounts bolted to the K, but different biscuits and engine mounts for the 318 vs bb.

apparently the attaching point to the block or water pump is different on the 62. There were also a couple of comments online that the 318 Poly being a wider engine interferes with the mounting of the Borgerson steering box

Not sure on this, but the 318 poly shares the same timing chain water pump housing combo deal, as well as the oil pan, of the later small blocks.

Maybe the poly heads interfere with the power steering box, or the hoses, but a bracket could certainly be fabricated.

 

[Gunner1]

My wife bought me the full Borgeson kit. I’m very happy with the results.

 

[TKMSavoy]

My wife bought me the full Borgeson kit. I’m very happy with the results.

That sounds terrific. What year and and engine do you have?

 

[RR Fan Dan]

I don’t think so. The borgerson rep said that the power steering pump won’t fit unless a new bracket is completely fabricated apparently the attaching point to the block or water pump is different on the 62.

Call Peter at Bergman Autocraft. I just ordered a complete kit for my 74 RR. Literally just paid for it a few minutes ago. He is very helpful and knows these cars. Tell him what you have and he will give you what works for your car. If I bought the kit from Borgeson I would have had to cut the steering column. His kit included the correct pump and pulley, plus the column adapter doesn’t require cutting. Spend the extra and upgrade to the Borgeson steering box. Way better than stock. I was going to go with Firm Feel steering box but after posting here everyone here that had a Firm Feel and now have the Borgeson say the Borgeson is way better. Bergman Auto Craft is also offering free shipping right now. Call Peter, you will be glad you did.

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[icetech]

That sounds terrific. What year and and engine do you have?

I have it on my '62 with a LA engine.. got it from bergman, worth the expense.