Classic Chevy Power Steering Box | Borgeson | 1968-1986 C10 Install

Brendan shows you how to install a Borgeson Power Steering Box fitting your 1968-1986 Chevy C10.

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This Borgeson (800132) 12.7:1 Ratio Street and Performance Power Steering Box is an all-new modern quick ratio power steering box designed to replace the Saginaw/Delphi 800 Series in classic 68-86 C10s! This aftermarket power steering box has a 12.7:1 ratio with a firm and modern steering feel, and it bolts directly to the stock location.

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[noampitlik]

Kept rocking out to that sweet music that came back over and over.

[RichyN]

I'm about to do this on my 1986 C10, this looks super easy, but as working on old cars usually goes for me I'm sure I'll find a way to turn it into a multiple day job lol

[yamahaxs]

quite the mechanic I am....I wrestled with the column forever trying to loosen it so I could get the steering box out....when all I needed to do was remove the bumper bracket and it would slide right out! This was when I rebuilt my stock box. Buying one of these quick ratio boxes, so at least now it will be easier this time. Great video for that bit of knowledge alone.

[matt_ChevyCo]

I really wish the video included you using a torque wrench to finish the pitman arm nut. We both know that's a big deal to tighten that properly. Otherwise great video, I just did this job on my 60 C10 🍻👍🏻

[mark]

How precise does the position of the pitman need to be to achieve a straight steering wheel? I assume the new box output shaft is centered, yes?

[mashooga]

Awesome, thanks for the quick video, I'm off to change mine out in my 1980 chevy k5 in the morning, wish me luck!!...lol small job but never know with these rigs..lol

[clouseau]

What else can I do to improve my steering setup in terms of spares quality and functionality? Best

[arnoldrodriguez]

You mentioned it will fit 68-86, what about 1967?

[Everything]

Just a note.. My 85 High Sierra had a 12mm 12 point pinch bolt holding the steering coupler. I damn near rounded it off using a regular socket. Was too caked with years of crap to see.

[larryfly]

How much attention should I pay to the position of the pitman (splines) so I don't change the steering - or is this not an issue? Also, same with the rag joint. It's splined too. Just don't want to get in the truck and see my steering wheel is 1 o'clock or something.

[weman]

My steering column is too long to install on my new gear box any suggestions?

[JonnyBlazeTCB]

Does set screw go on flat part of input shaft?

[mrmidnight]

Does anyone know what size and style fittings the steering box has for those 2 lines? I want to convert mine to AN lines but don’t know the size or style fittings for the inlet and outlet

[deankay]

What about the 1967 C10? Will your tiny piston diameter work on the frame using grade 8 pipe spacers and really long grade 8 bolts? At least place the gearbox in place, install shims or washers to get the correct alignment with the intermediate shaft on the vertical axis as the frame holes actually line up the 800 series Saginaw gear box on the horizontal axis.
I would not use the 500 series because it is smaller piston diameter, thinner case and less frame to bolt thread engagement. It is 11 pounds less of a long lasting 800 series, which has way more parts, torsion bar selections and heavier case for a pickup use and lateral impact forces it see’s when transmitted to the pitman arms case. The case will oblong and create looseness that has to be machined and new bearing installed 40-50 more often than the larger diameter contact found in the 800 series. I don’t understand unless it is an patent or intellectual properties legal issue.
DK. ASE Master Tech since 78. Former instructor for UTI and ACDelco.

[fuens]

Is the same pitman arm used or would I need to purchase a separate one?

[nickgrant]

What was the part number on the steering coupler you used?

[Alexdonald]

Just curious as to why this wouldn’t work on a 1967? Seems like it would bolt right up.

[TylerPinkney]

How different is the steering feel? Borgeson says this box is faster, but has a firmer feel than stock. Is this true? I think the stock is much too over-boosted and too light.

[Billy-bmhj]

Will this work on a 4 wd, 72 k5 blazer if I change the pitman arm to the nut and washer style (like it is on 2wd)? I believe that is the only difference

[colbylange]

What is the torque for the pitman arm bolt?