Flaming River Mustang Rack & Pinion Cradle Kits 1965-70 - Manual (Page 4)

Original Column Removal
64 ½ - 67 Long Shaft Steering Box Column Removal
1) Remove horn button by pushing down on horn hub and turning counter clockwise.
2) Remove steering wheel retaining nut and remove steering wheel (A) by using a steering wheel puller.
3) Disconnect the electrical plug towards the base of the column (B).
4) Remove the column support bracket under the dash. There are two nuts one on each side of the column. (B-1)
5) Remove the upper bushing located at the center of the turn signal switch.
6) Remove the column tube by sliding it up off the steering box shaft.
67-70 Short Shaft Steering Box Column Removal
1) Remove horn button by pushing down and turning counter clockwise.
2) Remove steering wheel retaining nut and remove steering wheel (A) by using a steering wheel puller.
3) Disconnect the electrical plug towards the base of the column (B).
4) Remove the column support bracket under the dash. There are two nuts one on each side of the column. (B-1)
5) Remove the four screws holding the floor mount to the firewall.
6) Remove the rag joint (B-2) pinch bolt in order to separate the steering box from the column.
Steering Box and Linkage Removal
1)
Remove the pitman arm from the steering box (C) using a pitman arm puller.
2) If you have power steering, remove pump, lines, and valve and assist cylinder. (See diagram below) A shorter belt may need
to be installed.
3) Remove the two bolts that retain the idler arm to the frame.
4) Remove the cotter pins, castle nuts, separate the tie rod ends from the spindles and remove the steering linkage (D) from the
car.
5) Remove the three retaining bolts that secure the gearbox (C) and remove the gearbox.
Installation of New Flaming River Tilt Column
1) Bend tabs inward on new floor bracket and slide over column tube.
2) Using your original dash support (note: you must first place a shim that is included between the support and the
column to ensure a tight fit this is included in your installation kit), hold the column under the dash and tighten the two
support nuts.
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Updated on 12 July 2010
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