How long does it take to change a steering gear box?

How long does it take to change a steering gear box?

All this takes time, and how long it takes and how much it costs will depend on the kind of car you have. Expect to spend about 2-3 hours in the shop getting the vehicle repaired, but more, if the problem has spread or been allowed to persist for a while.

Where is the steering gear box located?

In power steering systems, the gearbox is located at the lower end of the steering shaft. It uses high-pressure fluid to allow for easier steering. The Power Steering Gearbox is required to convert the rotary motion of the steering wheel into linear motion.

How do you check a steering gear box?

A steering box check involves raising the front of the car but keeping its weight on the wheels, and getting underneath it while a helper turns the wheels a short way. The safest way of doing this is to drive on to a set of ramps — unless you can get access to a proper inspection pit.

How do you remove a steering box on a Ford Mustang?

After mid-’67 Mustangs uses a “short shaft” which connected to the steering box using a rag joint, seen above. These steering boxes are much easier to remove, and require no disassembly of the steering wheel or shaft. 3. Using a large adjustable wrench remove the pitman arm retaining nut and lockwasher. 4.

What kind of steering system does a Ford Mustang have?

One area in which the Mustang aftermarket has sought to make significant improvements is the steering system. ’60’s era steering units consisted of a ‘recirculating ball’ and worm gear design. Basically there are two gears with the slack taken up by ball bearings.

How big is the steering box on a 67 Ford?

1. The stock steering box was worn excessively. We had about 1″ of play in the steering wheel at top dead center. Our ’67 is a “long shaft” car, meaning the 43″ long steering shaft is integral to the steering box. This makes the box a challenge to remove with the engine in the car. 2.

How much does a new steering box cost?

If you have an early Mustang your steering box is probably sloppy. Your options are to have it rebuilt, which costs in the range of $250-300, and leaves you with a box that still has the inherent weaknesses if came with 35 years ago. You could take a $1200 plunge and convert to a rack and pinion unit designed specifically for the early Mustangs.