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Flaming River Chevelle/El Camino Rack and Pinion 1964-67 User Manual

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Flaming River Rack and Pinion Installation

1)

Install the rack and pinion cradle by sliding it into place between the frame rails. Using the new

hardware, install the three (3) 7/16” bolts on the drivers side using the original holes from the

steering gear box. On the passenger side use the two (2) 3/8” bolts were the idler arm was

mounted. Tighten the 7/16” bolts and nuts to 50-65 ft lbs. and the 3/8” bolts and nuts to

40-45 ft. lbs..

Driver Side Mounting

Passenger Side Mounting

2)

To install the Flaming River rack and travel bar system, position the rack into place, then install

and the rack to the cradle using the mounting brackets provided. Note: The locking set screw and

the mounting cap bolts can be loosened to adjust the pinion angle which will aid in u-joint
alignment.

Driver Side Mounting

Passenger Side Mounting

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Flaming River Industries

1-800-648-8022

FRxxxx Rev.A

12/22/10

Rack & Pinion Mounting

Brackets