I've done several of these.., They all (kits) work well. The easiest is the one that uses the STOCK holes in the frame.
Meaning no drilling.
Simply remove the manual & install the power box. (ahh., they're quite heavy.)
Wheels straight ahead when removing the old box. Center the new box shaft upon installing the pitman arm.
(some go on with a flat spot on the shaft so there's no mistake.)
The brackets & pump mount to the eng. ..., pretty simple. Hoses have dedicated attach holes.
The pullies are a bit more work but very doable. along with re-installing the belts.
I unbolted the steering column & tilted it down enough to get the "
long" steering shaft out.
(pulled upward & into the cab)
Some time involved but didn't want to cut it. (there's bearings & felt seals of sorts at the steering
wheel & at the bottom of the column. Watch for them, clean them & put back in the same order.)
The
NEW upper & lower shafts & u-joints come with most kits. Pricy but well worth it.
With the shaft & orig. box pulled, install the new shaft first. (this way, the pump won't be in your way.)
You'll have to remove the radiator shroud to R&R the pullies/belts.
Prime the pump with the wheels off the ground.
It's a "2 banana" job.., take your time & cleanliness is important.
---- The second time you do one, it's REAL EASY..! ^_^ /emoticons/
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