hd steering brackett

[kenpoman2003]

I have an 86 CJ7 w/power steering. I have purchased a heavy duty steering box brackett. Just want to know how much tear dawn is absolutly needed to in stall this. And info will be greatly appreciated

Thanks

 

[CJim7]

It depends on the bracket. Which one did you get?

 

[BusaDave9]

This kind is the easiest to install.
It braces the steering gearbox to the right frame rail.

 

[BusaDave9]

This kind strengthens the frame around the steering gearbox.
You need to remove the gearbox to install it.

 

[CJim7]

This kind is the easiest to install.
It braces the steering gearbox to the right frame rail.

I built one similar to this....I'll have to take some pictures and post em.

 

[kenpoman2003]

the rugged ridge with the back plate

 

[kenpoman2003]

that would br great thanks

 

[Sasquach]

I really think the brace is your first upgrade if not doing both, if you upgrade the mount only it is still bolted to a much thinner frame material that will flex. The brace helps in both conditions.

 

[kenpoman2003]

yes I agree, I have the brace also just curious if I'm going to have to remove the power steering line and end up having to bleed the system. Never have done this before could use some advice

 

[yellow85cj]

Yes you will have to take the lines off. Not necessarily at the gear box, better to do it at the pump. Getting the lines on after installing a gearbox can be a little difficult.

Definitely do a test fit of the bracket to the frame before bolting the gearbox to the bracket. (fully bolted to the frame)

PS is more of a "burp" than a bleed. And since you will have the front wheels off the ground to change the bracket, it isn't much more to do to burp the system.

The brace is pretty simple. I had to bend mine (give it a little more angle). Probably got flattened between the factory and me.

 

[kenpoman2003]

thanks hopefully i'll have it done this weekend