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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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JJ/RD

Index

Note:

Before beginning you must first measure the width of your front end from LEFT outer tie rod end zerk fitting to the RIGHT

outer tie rod end zerk fitting to determine the overall width of you front end.

Write dimension here for further reference.

Note:

A front end alignment is necessary after installation.

Note:

Hoses (FR1625) and Hazard Wiring Kits are sold separately and are not included in this kit.

Note:

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The use of Flaming River Headers maybe necessary with use of the Power Rack and Pinion System

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Part No. FR50001 (Uncoated) or FR50001C (Coated)

Note:

Flaming River Recommends that you use Dextron or high grade power steering fluid.

Hazard Kit Part Numbers:

FR20115

1955 Chevy

FR20116

1956 Chevy

FR20117

1957 Chevy

Note: Part number ES381RL 68-69 Camaro Outer Tie Rod Ends must be used

with this kit.

A. Inventory

PG 2

B. Original Steering System Removal

PG 3-7

C. Steering Column Installation

PG 7-8

D. Cradle and Rack & Pinion Installation

PG 9

E. U-Joint Installation

PG 9-10

F. Power Steering Pump Bracket Installation

PG 10

G. Bleeding System

PG 11

Torque Specifications

PG 11

For technical support please contact:

Flaming River Industries

800 Poertner Dr Berea, OH 44017

1-800-648-8022 - www.flamingriver.com

WARRANTY DISCLAIMER: Flaming River’s® Limited Warranty
Flaming River® warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year after the
date of purchase, except that: All steering columns are warranted for a period of three (3) years from the date of purchase.
Flaming River’s® warranty liability is limited to the replacement of defective products. Flaming River® is not liable for any labor
costs associated with any warranty claim, or for any incidental or consequential damages. Improper installation, abuse, racing,
and/or modification of the products voids this warranty. No warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is made
by Flaming River® with respect to any of its products. Warnings and Recommendations It is the customer’s responsibility to
determine the suitability of a given Flaming River® product for the customer’s uses. Likewise, it is the customer’s responsibility to
install a Flaming River® product. Contact the vehicle manufacturer whenever installing a switch to confirm the appropriateness of
using such a switch and the recommended placement of the switch on the vehicle. Use qualified chassis specialists for the
installation of all steering related components. Be aware that the installation of certain Flaming River® products may adversely
impact a manufacturer’s warranty with respect to certain vehicles and other manufactured goods. Flaming River will repair or
replace any product found to be defective in material or workmanship. Improper installation, abuse, racing and/or modification
VOID WARRANTY. Flaming River® is not responsible for any labor costs associated with any warranty.