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Flaming River Tri-5 5 Power Rack and Pinion User Manual

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55-57 Chevy Rack & Pinion Installation

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Power Rack & Pinion Universal Joint System Con’t

Note:

The angle of the support bearing mount is set for most applications. Some adjustment may be necessary for the correct

angle and u-joint alignment

2). We recommend the use of ¾” dowel rod to mock up the steering shaft to obtain the correct length of the shafts. Install your

shaft kit and snug each set screw so that it will leave a mark in the shafts.

3) Remove shaft and dimple each setscrew mark using a ¼” drill bit. (As shown above.) Re-install the shafts using red loc-tite
thread locker

on the set screw threads. Tighten each setscrew to 25 ft. lbs. Tighten all lock nuts securely. We recommend that

you Inspect setscrews periodically for tightness.

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