Power Steering Gear Box

[Logger10]

Hello Group, I have a 72 340 Challenger Rallye, with power steering. There is excessive play steering wheel to gearbox. Car is all original still but I need to resolve this issue. Can someone recommend a good overhaul kit if this will solve the problem or am I going to just have to buy a replacement box? Thank you.

 

[Mopar Nut]

You’re better off buying an Borgeson box, you can rebuild the old one, it’ll just end up the same way in a short while.

 

[Logger10]

You’re better off buying an Borgeson box, you can rebuild the old one, it’ll just end up the same way in a short while.

Thank you sir, I will look into one now.

 

[Adam]

If it’s original I would try to keep it. If it’s only loose, and not leaking like the Exxon Valdez, You should definitely try adjusting the adjustment screw. Snug it up, and back it off a little. If it’s too tight it will bind when you turn sharply. It may take two or three times to get it right.

Also the column to box coupler can be very sloppy and they don’t last very long after rebuilding, so I would recommend a steering u-joint replacement similar to this: https://www.speedwaymotors.com/shop/steering-shaft-u-joints~14-15-574-31185

I don’t remember the diameter and spline count, but I replaced the Mopar coupler on two of my Dodge trucks and it was a great improvement.

https://www.jeepforum.com/threads/steering-box-adjustment-screw.2800634/

Lastly; this article describes how to easily reduce the power steering assist and give you more road feel. I have done this mod a couple of times and Highly recommend it. http://www.moparts.org/Tech/MoparAction/PumpItDown.pdf

 

[pschlosser]

You’re better off buying an Borgeson box, you can rebuild the old one, it’ll just end up the same way in a short while.

Doesn't it take decades to wear out (newly rebuilt) steering box? Buy then, we won't be driving gasoline vehicles? ha ha.

 

[Mopar Nut]

Doesn't it take decades to wear out (newly rebuilt) steering box? Buy then, we won't be driving gasoline vehicles? ha ha.

Nope, once they are rebuilt, they don’t last. It’s like adding sawdust to a transmission, an old salesman trick.