front suspension question

[prodart340]

well the latest project I have under works is replacing the power steering in my '74 swinger with the manual box,column,pitman arm,drag link,and center link from a '69 swinger. When I change this out I will also be using the"c" body tie rod ends and aluminum adjusting sleeves which leads to my question, will I have to ream either the center link and/or the spindles to get this all to fit or will it be a direct bolt in? thanks in advance, mike

 

[RedFish]

Someone will correct me if I'm wrong but I'm pretty sure the tapered ball studs are all the same size. Just the shaft diameters are larger on C bodys.

 

[FASTBACK340]

Someone will correct me if I'm wrong but I'm pretty sure the tapered ball studs are all the same size. Just the shaft diameters are larger on C bodys.

I'll second that.... It should be a drop-in swap. Refer to this link I found on MoParts:

http://www.moparts.com/Tech/Archive/steering/7.html

As much as I dislike dealing with some of the "regulars" that seem to be the core voice on MoParts, there IS a ton of great information in their archives.

 

[prodart340]

thanks redfish, that's what I like about this board,,,,,,,ask a question,go to the kitchen to eat breakfast, and when finished go read a response. this place is great. I posted the exact same question on another board two days ago and still no response

 

[prodart340]

thanks fastback, lol 2nd response came while I was typing

 

[FASTBACK340]

I would have had it posted faster but I had to pour my coffee.... 8)