Steering Box Ford 1949 sedan
 

I do need a new steering box to my Ford 1949 sedan V8. Is there any substitute to find?

Re: Steering Box Ford 1949 sedan
 

Are you wanting to keep it stock or are you open to modification? I ask because the car in your avatar seems to be slightly modified and some folks have "upgraded" these to a Volvo box. It might be easier to find than a stock replacement for you.

Re: Steering Box Ford 1949 sedan
 

Shoebox Central has a steering box exchange for $625

Re: Steering Box Ford 1949 sedan
 

You could look through this thread that discusses making adjustments to the gear box that might save you from having to purchase new or rebuilt.:)

https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showt...+steering+gear

Med Vanliga Halsningar,
Mike

Re: Steering Box Ford 1949 sedan
 

The worm is usually the first thing to wear out in the OEM 49 thru 51 Ford box. While difficult to replace (a press and some special tooling are needed), the parts are available. An exchange would fix you up if you don't want to do it yourself.

Re: Steering Box Ford 1949 sedan
 

I have the parts on the shelf an hour away from you...you don´t want to rebuild it drop of the box and i rebuild it for you.

Re: Steering Box Ford 1949 sedan
 

WOW! Two guys' located close by each other in Sweden make contact through a guy in USA to solve antique car parts and repair problem!
You can't beat modern tech!
Way to go, FORDBARN !!!!

Re: Steering Box Ford 1949 sedan
 

Maybe we should rename this "The Ford Barn Internaionale"!:D

To the O/P; I would take Murre up on his offer; he is one of the "good guys" and I believe he will be an excellent resource for you.

Re: Steering Box Ford 1949 sedan
 

'49-51 Steering box mount bolts; Note on some occasions V8' ers have found these three thru-frame bolts to be heavily corroded, Please check yours when possible. Newc

Re: Steering Box Ford 1949 sedan
 

I have heard this as well. It's worth checking.