Flaming River C-10 Chevy Truck Rack and Pinion 1973-87 - Manual (Page 2)

73-87 C-10 Truck
Power Steering Rack and Pinion Cradle Kit
04/22/10
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Index
For safety disconnect battery cables and ensure that vehicle is properly supported by jack stands.
NOTE: Hoses (FR1610) Pump Mounting Bracket (FR1611) is sold separately and is not included in this kit.
Before paint or powder coating of the rack and pinion cradle system we recommend that you pre-fit the system to ensure proper
fit.
Installation
hardware and inventory PG 2
Electrical
System Verification PG 3
(Only if using a Flaming River Column)
Removal of Factory Steering Shaft
PG 3
Removal of Factory Steering Column
PG 4
(Only if using a Flaming River Column)
Steering Box & Linkage Removal
PG 4-5
Installation of Flaming River Column (For kits including new Column)
Installation of New Flaming River Tilt Column PG 6
Electrical System Notes PG 7
Installation of Rack and Cradle PG 8-9
Universal Joint and Steering Shaft Installation PG 10-11
Steering Wheel Installation PG 12
Power Steering Pump Installation PG 13
Bleeding the power Steering System PG 13-14
Torque Specs
PG 14
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.