Flaming River Camaro Rack & Pinion Cradle Kits 1967-69 - Manual (Page 9)

Power Steering Pump Installation
(If using FR1611 please see diagram with Mounting Bracket)
Note: Factory original pump may be used however performance of the rack may vary.
1) Using two of the 8.8MM x 1” long bolt and washers fasten the pump mounting bracket to
the Flaming River power steering pump on the two lower mounting flanges.
2) Next mount the pump and bracket to the lower driver’s of the engine using the two 3/8” x
1 ½” bolts in to existing holes in the engine block.
3) Align the power steering pump pulley groove with the correct groove in the crankshaft
pulley then tighten the two 5/16” x 1” bolts that are on the slider bracket.
4) Attach the adjusting bar to the top flange of the power steering pump using one 8.8MM x
1” long bolt. Then attach the end of the adjusting bar to the engine.
5) Install your belt (not included in kit) and adjust the tension by turning the adjuster bar.
Power Steering Bleeding Procedure
1) Fill the reservoir with high-quality power steering fluid and
allow to sit for 2 minutes
2) Raise the front end of the vehicle so the wheels are just off
the ground. Rotate wheels back and forth at least 20 times.
Have an assistant check and maintain fluid level while
performing this operation.
3) Start the engine and recheck fluid level. Add fluid if
necessary.
4) With the engine running, rotate the steering wheel back and
forth from lock-to-lock. Repeat several times. Check fluid level
and add fluid if necessary.
5) Lower the vehicle on the ground and with the engine running,
repeat step 5. Check fluid level and add if necessary
Torque Specs
Cradle to Frame Mounting Bolts
7/16” Mounting Bolts 50-65 ft lbs
3/8” Mounting Bolts 40-45 ft lbs
Outer Tie Rod Ends to Spindle
30-40 ft lbs
Universal Joint Set Screws
25 ft-lbs
67-69 Camaro
Power Steering
10/17/2005
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