Power SteeringPumps

[crazyboutwagons]

i need to replace the power steering pump on my 68 plymouth sport suburban. it is a TRW pump. had it rebuilt but has begun to leak like the Exxon Valdez. where have you guys gotten a quality replacement . talked to a guy at Firm Feel Suspensions they want like $175.00 to do just a basic rebuild ( seals and gaskets only) and have a 2 week turnaround time. a little leary of sending mine to oregon will i get mine back or someone elses junk.

 

[rexus31]

Why not buy a new one?

 

[crazyboutwagons]

would do that but need some help as to where to buy havent been able to find one. my mechanic/myself have been callling moparts parts & accessories in Mn all week keep getting thier voicemail left messages have not recived any response.

 

[rexus31]

would do that but need some help as to where to buy havent been able to find one. my mechanic/myself have been callling moparts parts & accessories in Mn all week keep getting thier voicemail left messages have not recived any response.

How about a parts store? I got a new one for my '65 from Kragen. All I had to do was attach my reservoir. I haven't had any issues with it for about 5 years.

Here you go:

http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/s...model=Fury&vi=1232301&year=1968&make=Plymouth

 

[commando1]

No offense but that "mechanic" is no mechanic.

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[rexus31]

No offense but that "mechanic" is no mechanic.

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Exactly. It took me all of about 30 seconds to find replacements on O'Riley's website.

 

[crazyboutwagons]

not really new but reman. have been looking at NAPA need to do more research i think i got it narrowed down that mine is a TRW just got to find one that matches (keyed vs non-keyed shaft open/hex opening shaft) so confusing. need to remove pump to take measurements.get better view of it

 

[rexus31]

not really new but reman.

With a Lifetime Warranty.

 

[bluefury361]

I got mine from Rockauto.com just a couple of weeks ago...... The reservoir was even included.... Just had to swap the pulley.

 

[1978 NYB]

Try these guys.......

http://www.bpeusa.com/BPEPowerSteering.asp

 

[440Sled]

Yeah, try Rockauto.

 

[commando1]

Try these guys.......

http://www.bpeusa.com/BPEPowerSteering.asp

WHY if he can just go down the street?

 

[68plymouth383]

Mark, When I installed my 440 in my 68 fury I needed a new power steering pump. The federal one I had wasn't available. I went the much easier route. I purchased a used big block Saginaw pump with brackets, and pulley. I took the used pump as a core for the new one. Its a much better replacement, and getting them is as easy as going to your local auto parts store. Just ask for a power steering pump for a 1969 Plymouth Road-Runner with a 383. http://www.bpeusa.com/BPEPowerSteering.asp you can get the brand new bracket set, and pulley here. My orig. high pressure line was the same. The Saginaw is a much better pump.

i need to replace the power steering pump on my 68 plymouth sport suburban. it is a TRW pump. had it rebuilt but has begun to leak like the Exxon Valdez. where have you guys gotten a quality replacement . talked to a guy at Firm Feel Suspensions they want like $175.00 to do just a basic rebuild ( seals and gaskets only) and have a 2 week turnaround time. a little leary of sending mine to oregon will i get mine back or someone elses junk.

 

[1978 NYB]

WHY if he can just go down the street?

Providing an alternative choice.

I would just rebuild it myself....

 

[68plymouth383]

http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/s...model=Fury&vi=1232301&year=1968&make=Plymouth

These are very scarce pumps. I typed in the zip code for them and they are all out of stock in the Thompson pump. I'am almost positive it is a return and rebuild only. The federal they list isn't correct for the 67-68 brackets. Its only correct for the 65-66 brackets. The Saginaw pump is the way to go. http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/we...0-p?navigationPath=L1*14921|L2*15009|L3*15715

How about a parts store? I got a new one for my '65 from Kragen. All I had to do was attach my reservoir. I haven't had any issues with it for about 5 years.

Here you go:

http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/s...model=Fury&vi=1232301&year=1968&make=Plymouth

 

[Funship32]

I know a little off topic, but that sir is a fine looking Sport Suburb. I cut my driving teeth on a '68 power blue version of what you own. That was a heck of a wagon which unfortunately was totalled in a hit and run back in '86. Dang I miss that rig.

 

[70bigblockdodge]

Change to Saginaw you will be miles and smiles ahead get a warranty from a nationwide chain and you won't be broke down on road long. With trw and federal you will be driving home Joe Armstrong style.

 

[crazyboutwagons]

thanks for all the suggestions. i talked to a tech guy at firm feel suspension and i asked if i could just switch to the more popular saginaw pump and he said emphaticlly no as the line fittings are different and would not interchange sounds like he was just trying to sell me a more expensivefix.

 

[crazyboutwagons]

Jason: thanks for the info i think ill call bouchillion when i get a chance and see if i can get the setup from them. i have a little time just trying to get car ready to on 1000 mile roudtrip at end of oct before winter sets in. will let you guys know how i make out. again thanks for all the suggestions.

 

[crazyboutwagons]

jason: got e-mail reply today from Randy Bouchillion today he has everything in stock to make the change. Thanks again for the info will let you know how it works out.

Mark