Power Steering Conversion

[bkne543]

I have a 1965 Barracuda 273 V8 with manual steering and I am looking to convert it to Power steering. Does anyone know if anyone sells a conversion kit that would be a direct fit without having to do a lot of modifications. Kit would need to include: Pump, Reservoir, Pulley, Bracket, hoses and Steering box.

 

[65 Dartman]

I am not aware of any kits that meet those requirements. Bear in mind you will need the shorter steering column center shaft with the PS coupler in addition to all thise parts you listed. I would place a Wanted ad or since you have manual steering, you might be able to trade your setup for the PS setup

 

[Car Nut]

Contact these guys @BergmanAutoCraft @BORGESON

PLYMOUTH CUDA Borgeson Universal 999065 Borgeson Power Steering Conversion Kits | Summit Racing

 

[dano]

Are you looking for period correct or just adding it?

 

[65 Dartman]

PLYMOUTH CUDA Borgeson Universal 999065 Borgeson Power Steering Conversion Kits | Summit Racing

i see this conversion is for a big block. They might have one for a small block

 

[bkne543]

Are you looking for period correct or just adding it?

I will give them a try
Thanks

 

[bkne543]

Are you looking for period correct or just adding it?

I would like to keep it as original as possible.

 

[bkne543]

i see this conversion is for a big block. They might have one for a small block

Thanks, I'll check it out.

 

[bkne543]

Contact these guys @BergmanAutoCraft @BORGESON

PLYMOUTH CUDA Borgeson Universal 999065 Borgeson Power Steering Conversion Kits | Summit Racing

Thanks for the info. i will check then out

 

[cudamark]

Find someone else doing the opposite conversion and make a trade.

 

[bkne543]

Find someone else doing the opposite conversion and make a trade.

Thanks
Already looking into all my options.

 

[bkne543]

Contact these guys @BergmanAutoCraft @BORGESON

PLYMOUTH CUDA Borgeson Universal 999065 Borgeson Power Steering Conversion Kits | Summit Racing

I took your advise and contacted BergmanAutocraft They are sending me a Quote. It looks like they may have everything but the shaft. We'll see.
Tanks for the good information. I appreciate it very much.

Bill Kane

 

[Chris Biggs]

Summit Racing has this for the LA Small Block - 1966 PLYMOUTH BARRACUDA Borgeson Power Steering Conversion Kits 999064

 

[drewmac]

I am not aware of any kits that meet those requirements. Bear in mind you will need the shorter steering column center shaft with the PS coupler in addition to all thise parts you listed. I would place a Wanted ad or since you have manual steering, you might be able to trade your setup for the PS setup

So could I just put a PS shaft in my manual column and bolt PS in?

 

[cudamark]

As far as what you need to do with the column, yes.

 

[BergmanAutoCraft]

I'm a site sponsor and participant for 15+ years here, yet some don't know who I am.

I can supply everything possible for your conversion with some exceptions:

The pulley you need is not reproduced. They are usually on ebay. The engines with cast iron water pumps have unique offsets. You will need a power steering column shaft as yours is not collapsible like the 67 and later units. I don't recommend the universal joint due to its rubbery feel and short life. PM, text or call me. You can click my logo on the site too. Bergmanautocraft.com

 

[1969383S]

I am doing the same on My 69 Fish. Got all the period correct parts except the Box! The Box prices are all over the place!

 

[BergmanAutoCraft]

I am doing the same on My 69 Fish. Got all the period correct parts except the Box! The Box prices are all over the place!

Why wouldn't you upgrade the box at least? The new boxes are light years ahead in terms of feel and response.

 

[1969383S]

Why wouldn't you upgrade the box at least? The new boxes are light years ahead in terms of feel and response.

Authenticity and correct looking.

 

[drewmac]

I'm a site sponsor and participant for 15+ years here, yet some don't know who I am.

I can supply everything possible for your conversion with some exceptions:

The pulley you need is not reproduced. They are usually on ebay. The engines with cast iron water pumps have unique offsets. You will need a power steering column shaft as yours is not collapsible like the 67 and later units. I don't recommend the universal joint due to its rubbery feel and short life. PM, text or call me. You can click my logo on the site too. Bergmanautocraft.com

Going to email you.