64-67 Chevelle Power Rack & Pinion Cradle Kit
64-67 Chevelle Note: For safety disconnect battery cables and ensure that the vehicle is properly supported by jack stands. Before painting or powder coating of the cradle, we recommend that you pre-fit the entire system to ensure proper fitment for your application. Note: Before installation make sure the rack is centered by turning the input shaft to the right until it stops. Next turn the input shaft back the left counting the number of revolutions until you reach the stop.
Description Part Number Qty 100435 Bracket, Support Bearing 1 100638 Sway Bar 1 100639 Power Rack and Cradle Assembly 1 BOLT-3/8-16X1.25 Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.25 Hex HD 2 BOLT-7/16-14X4.5 7/16-14 Grade 8 Bolt 4.
1964-1967 Chevelle Cradle and Shaft Assembly 3 Flaming River Industries 1-800-648-8022 FRxxxx Rev.
Color Verification To Be Completed Before Disassembly Before disconnecting the turn signal connector, verify the factory wiring colors and turn signal operation. The use of a wiring diagram is recommended. This will be used when connecting the new Flaming River Steering Column. • • • • • • • • Brake Light Switch Right Rear Turn Signal Left Rear Turn Signal Turn Signal Power Hazard Power Right Front Turn Signal Left Front Turn Signal Horn Original System Removal 1) 2) For safety, disconnect your battery.
Original System Removal 4) Remove the bolts retaining the dash bezel, column dash mounting bracket and floor mounting plate. Dash Mounting Bracket Dash Bezel Floor Mounting Bracket 5) Remove the bolt that retains the rag joint to the factory steering box. Spread the flange and then slide the shaft off of the steering box and remove the column assembly from the car. 7) Remove the bolts that hold the steering box to the frame, and then remove the box from the car.
Original System Removal 8) 9) 6 Flaming River Industries 1-800-648-8022 FRxxxx Rev.A 12/22/10 Remove the bolts that hold the idler arm bracket to the frame, remove the outer tie rod ends from the spindle arms, then remove the steering linkage from the car. Remove the bolts that hold the sway bar bracket to the frame and the pin and remove the factory sway bar from the vehicle.
Flaming River Rack and Pinion Installation 1) Install the rack and pinion cradle by sliding it into place between the frame rails. Using the new hardware, install the three (3) 7/16” bolts on the drivers side using the original holes from the steering gear box. On the passenger side use the two (2) 3/8” bolts were the idler arm was mounted. Tighten the 7/16” bolts and nuts to 50-65 ft lbs. and the 3/8” bolts and nuts to 40-45 ft. lbs..
Flaming River Rack and Pinion Installation 3) Install the OEM inner tie rod end into the Flaming River Travel Bar. Note: If using the original parts some adjustment of the tie rod assembly may be required when connecting the to the spindle arm and the travel bar. Travel Bar OEM Inner Tie Rod End 4) To install the outer tie rod end into the spindles you must load the front suspension. Securely place jack stands under the lower control arms and lowering the car onto the jack stands.
Flaming River Rack and Pinion Installation 5) Install the new Flaming River sway bar into the vehicle by using the factory sway bar bushings and sway bar pins. Tighten to factory torque specs. Note: The Flaming River Sway bar has been designed to use the factory sway bar bushings and pins. When installing the new sway bar we recommend also replacing the bushings (MOOG K8266) and sway bar pins (MOOG K5227). New Sway Bar 9 Flaming River Industries 1-800-648-8022 FRxxxx Rev.
Flaming River Tilt Column Installation 1) Install the new Flaming River tilt column into the factory dash mounting bracket.. OEM Column Dash Mount 2) Slide new tilt column through the split ring of the new aluminum floor mount and then tighten the dash and floor mounts. Split Ring Column Tube 10 Flaming River Industries 1-800-648-8022 FRxxxx Rev.
Flaming River Tilt Column Installation 4) Replace the factory dash bezel using the screws that were removed earlier. Connecting the Electric System Wiring Circuit Brake Light Switch Right Rear Turn Signal Left Rear Turn Signal Turn Signal Power Hazard Power Right Front Turn Signal Left Front Turn Signal Horn Vehicle Wiring Reference Color Verification from column disassembly.
1) Universal Joint Installation Install the support bearing and bracket, with the bend facing towards the outside of the car, onto the rear control arm mounting bolt. 2) Using a 3/4” wooden dowel rod, mock up the steering shaft to obtain the correct shaft lengths and u-joint angle. 3) Once the correct shaft lengths are obtained, install shafts and u-joints snugging down each set screw so that it leaves a mark in the shaft.
Power Steering Pump Bracket Power Steering Lines (FR1610 Not included in Kit) Included in the FR1610 kit is a ½” feed line that connects from the remote reservoir to the power steering pump. This is attached using the 2 stainless steel hose clamps. The 3/8” Double Crimped Pressure Line will attach the pressure port of the power steering pump and to the pressure side of your steering gear. AN fittings with o-rings are included to complete the installation.
Power Steering Bleeding Procedure 1) Raise the front wheels off the ground and support the vehicle on jack stands. 2) Turn the steering wheel to the left lock and fill the reservoir and let the vehicle sit for 2 minutes. 3) WITH THE ENGINE OFF - Rotate the steering wheel lock to lock 20-25 times, while rotating the wheel have someone monitor the fluid level and fill as necessary.
Flaming River Industries, Inc. 800 Poertner Dr. Berea, Ohio 44017 1-800-648-8022 • www.flamingriver.
