That will save you a lot of problems later. Be sure to mark each of those wire so that you are sure how to reconnect them. There are also wires in the steering column that need to be disconnected from the wiring harness. One last thing, if your instruments need cleaning and restoration then this is a good time to do that because it is much easier to access them with the steering wheel and column out of the way. Of course you can also try to do the job yourself, but with something as important as steering I decided to leave it to the professionals. The other way to go is to get a rebuilt one from one of the T-Bird parts suppliers that I'm sure are just as good but they are more expensive. That turned out to be the best price although it has gone up some since I did my repair. I sent it to Rock Auto who then sends it to Lares to do the rebuild. That worked and the rest of the job was fairly easy. An old Ford mechanic told me the best way to do it was loosen the nut on the steering box, put a jack underneath it and pound on the top of the pitman with an appropriate drift and small sledge hammer until it loosens. Removing the pitman arm from the steering box was tough. You will need to remove the steering column and the horn wire, at least for me that was the easiest way to go. My car has power steering so it is a little more complicated than yours will be. All Borgeson power steering boxes are assembled and tested in the USA from globally sourced components and have a 3 year warranty. Check the item description to confirm this fits your vehicle. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a TH350 three-speed automatic transmission.I did this job a couple of years ago. FORD THUNDERBIRD POWER STEERING GEAR BOX REBUILT 1961-1962 61-62. The air-cleaner cover and the alternator have chrome finishes, and the black valve covers are positioned near tubular exhaust headers. The GM Goodwrench 350ci V8 crate engine is topped by a Holley carburetor and is said to have been installed around 2000. Classic Industries offers a wide selection of Steering Components for your 1961 Ford Thunderbird. The six-digit mechanical odometer shows 42k miles, approximately 3,500 of which were added under current ownership. Classic Instruments gauges include a 120-mph speedometer and readouts monitoring fuel level, oil pressure, coolant temperature, and battery voltage. The clock does not work.Īn aftermarket steering wheel is attached to a shortened tilting column. Three-point seatbelts are available to the outboard front passengers, while other occupants are provided with lap belts. Interior appointments include a center console with cupholders as well as a fold-down center armrest, aftermarket air conditioning, a Sony Drive-S CD head unit, aftermarket speakers, 12-volt power outlets, black carpeting, and rubber floor mats. The lowered suspension features tubular front control arms, front and rear sway bars, and coilover shocks.Ĭustom seats are trimmed in red and white leather upholstery, which carries over to the door and side panels. Braking is provided by power-assisted front discs and rear drums, and the car has power steering. BHK 504 Power Steering Pump Bracket To Water Pump For 1958-1959-1960 Ford Thunderbird (BHK504) 2. BHK 503 Power Steering Pump To Bracket For 1958-1959-1960 Ford Thunderbird (BHK503) 1.61 Add to cart. A space-saver spare is located under the floor in the cargo area. BHK 261 Steering Wheel Side Boot For 1961-1962-1963 Ford Thunderbird (BHK261) 1.86 Add to cart. The car has been refinished in two-tone red and white and features a hood ornament, chrome bumpers, dual chrome mirrors, backup lights, tinted glass, dual exhaust outlets, and chrome trim.įive-spoke Boyd Coddington 17″ wheels are mounted with Kumho Ecsta tires measuring 245/45 front and 255/55 rear. This Nomad is now offered with a clean South Carolina title in the seller’s name. The car has been modified with red and white paint over red and white leather upholstery as well as a Holley carburetor, dual exhaust, a coilover suspension, power steering, power-assisted front disc brakes, Boyd Coddington 17″ wheels, air conditioning, tilt steering, Classic Instruments gauges, and a Sony CD stereo. This 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad is powered by a 350ci V8 crate engine paired with a three-speed automatic transmission.
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