Unisteer 8011530 Corvette Power Rack & Pinion Kit 1958-1962 - Manual (Page 9)

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11. Now begin installing the intermediate shaft kit in between the column and the rack. The lower shaft
will pass through the hiem joint, notice the adjustability on the shaft support bracket (both the slotted
mounting holes and the ability to thread the hiem joint in and out of the bracket). This adjustability will
allow you to route the lower shaft up from the rack and in between the header tubes with out any
interference. Install lower u-joint at this time.
12. With the lower shaft in place, bolt the upper shaft into place using the middle u-joint. Make sure the
u-joints are phased 90 degrees off of one another. Slide the upper u-joint onto the steering shaft.
Mark the shaft where the pinch bolt hole on the u-joint is located. It is necessary to grind a notch in
the steering shaft, to allow clearance for the u-joint pinch bolt. Check that steering wheel and rack are
centered before final adjustment.
13. Make sure entire shaft assembly is routed without interference. Tighten u-joints and the shaft support
bracket. Make sure the jam nut on the hiem joint is tight as well.
14. With supplied hardware, bolt the power steering pump assembly to the engine block. Use the two 3/8
accessory holes on the front of the block on the driver side.
15. With power steering pump bolted in place, install the correct v-belt to fit your application. You will
have to measure the length of belt you need. It is best to get a few sizes and then return the ones you
don’t use to limit trips.