Gbody Steering Box Upgrade/Removal $100. Cheap!

I installed a quicker ratio steering box to fix the slop in my car.
parts used:
Cardone 27-6550
Tools Needed:
1 5/16 socket
18mm socket
16mm socket
Torque wrench capable of 185lb

[@shanemcclaran3012]

I'm glad my 86 442 came factory with the quick ratio steering box I did a quick and cheap upgrade by adding a third gen f-body power steering cooler to my car and added the twin electric fans from the third gen f-body I like your videos I'm doing a lot of the same things to my car that you are doing. Thanks for all the great content your sharing 👍👍

[@johnsullivan6080]

As noted I think in a comment down below, steering box from 3rd gen Camaro or Firebird 82-92, it is imprinted with a Z on the top of the steering box which tells you what has the quicker steering ratio. You are correct all of my SS Monte Carlos have the same steering box with the Z, which agian indicates the quicker steering ratio. Thanks for the info on the steering shaft. Peace out.

[@terryrideout7457]

Awesome car.Great video. Great job.Thank u

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

Thank you!

[@chrisadams7820]

Great video!

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

Thanks brotha.

[@shredfest30]

If you are upgrading the box to a quicker 12.7:1 ratio box, you need to upgrade the power steering pump flow rate and pressure. The flow restrictor and relief is in the back of the pump where the high pressure line comes out. Drill the office to #26 (0.147") and remove the shim from the relief valve.

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

Even on a ls power steering setup?

[@shredfest30]

@@SkinnyPedalMotorsports I was referring to the stock Saginaw pump with the 16:1 box. you will need to do a flow rate and pressure output check on the LS pump

[@wacoldestv1704]

Thank you soo much Man for making this video. I know it was a knuckle buster. Helped my ass alot! Part #s helped too.

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

Anytime

[@jack-zy2dq]

got it in my 84 cutlass with the jeep steering shaft but now my power steering line connections are too big got to get lines with smaller diameter connections to fit

[@Knuckingfutz1]

Ordered one for my 96 Impala. Says it fits. I'll be installing this tomorrow and see. I have the jeep steering shaft and full QA1 level 2 suspension. This should make it a nice road car.

[@michaelmunoz6129]

Great video bro I got it done. this is one of the best videos. It help me get it done more faster step by step 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@datsmoothbrotha]

I need to do something like this to my '86 MC SS. Unfortunately this part on amazon cost double now but I still may go with it.

[@montesbye9264]

hey man, nice video. was wondering if you tried to tighten up the worm gear adjustment on the old box? immaterial know i know, had same issues and that helped me, was going to replace the box as well guess i got lucky.

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

I’ve heard you can but it’s just a temporary fix they say. If it works though it works 🤘🏼

[@diduck6878]

Another alternative is s-10's, and s-10's blazer with ZQ8 suspension option.

[@jasonhinds6904]

Can you please drop the Amazon link for.

[@TheMotoboys1]

Good shit appreciate it thanks for sharing

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

Thanks for watching man

[@johnchalkias4936]

I have a 1986 Monte Carlo SS what factory steering box does that car have from the factory

[@GeorgiaBassmaster]

You need to make a turbo out of a leaf blower lol. Crank it up and have it blowing right in the intake

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

Georgia Bassmasters I do 😂😂

[@toon_on_24s]

G body life 🧬

[@richmondHeights1]

Would this steering box work on a 1996 chevy C1500? Looks the same but im not sure about the power steering lines and the shaft splines?

[@mrmanitoba]

These Cardone's fit in a lot of GM products. Great swap for a 12.7 ratio upgrade. Just know that the spline is 3/4 30 vs a 36 spline that was in 60s and 70s cars. Just means you need a new rag joint that is 30 spline.

[@davidanscomb2034]

Will you please tell me what brake line set up you ran to make your rear end work

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

Just brake line and used the factory connection

[@dcoyle1971]

just a fyi it weighs 28lbs nd 8 oz ha ha great video doing a 83 cutty lq9 swap right now keep up the great work dude ( if your not on the brake you better be on the skinny pedal)

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

Thanks man. Sounds like a fun swap 🤘🏼

[@jiambruno1]

Looking at your Umi upper control arms how many shims do you have on both sides I really appreciate it if you could give me any information

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

It was a few on the passenger side but I’m not sure the exact number

[@baims8367]

Why didn’t u get the box out of a grand Cherokee 96-98 12.7:1 ratio

[@flexrico7508]

Appreciate your videos! Will this fit a 1980 Cutlass? I also checked the part number on amazon and It’s not coming up.

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

Felix Ramos it should. Same frame I believe

[@flexrico7508]

Skinny Pedal Motorsports your awesome!! Part # doesn’t come up on amazon🤔 I like the idea of only spending $100

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

Felix Ramos it’s currently unavailable but advance auto and other places will price match it

[@flexrico7508]

Skinny Pedal Motorsports found it!! keep up the great work!! Thx again.

[@flexrico7508]

For anyone else that might have an 1980 G-body this is the part # I got Cardone 27-6530 Remanufactured Power Steering Gear $90 Amazon🙌🏼

[@88hardtop34]

I bought the same gear box on Amazon.. i saw your video where u got a junk yard cherokee steering shaft , in my area there are none for me to find .. what other steering shaft would work with this same gear box

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

88Hard Top Astro van but it’ll need a little modification

[@88hardtop34]

Skinny Pedal Motorsports maybe i can find a new one on amazon is it a regular Cherokeeor Grand Cherokee

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

88Hard Top regular

[@88hardtop34]

Skinny Pedal Motorsports i found one i think part number # 4713943 , would this be a correct fitment before i order

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

88Hard Top not sure. Look on google.

[@jodypierson3137]

When turning lock to lock do your tires touch your sway bar at all?

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

Jody Pierson no but I do have stops installed on the umi arms I have.

[@jodypierson3137]

Skinny Pedal Motorsports I have a summit brand that is a little fatter than stock, it will touch just a little bit, I still have factory a arm’s

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

Nice. I have the umi arms. I need to see if it’ll rob without the stops.

[@88hardtop34]

What gear box did you use ? Want to replace mines on my 88 monte , any part number ?

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

part number in the description from amazon. let me know if you need anything else

[@eduardosantibanez2411]

@@SkinnyPedalMotorsports shouldn't the auto part store have the new steering box

[@jesuschristislord7754]

I'm looking for a quicker steering for the challenger, is there a solution out there?

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

Honestly not sure

[@bebe85t97]

I know this is an old video but do you remember if this gearbox is slimmer than the original one you removed? It kind of looked like it was from the video when they were side by side but not sure.

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

I don’t unfortunately

[@bebe85t97]

Ok. Thank you 🙏🏽

[@charlieb308]

I just sent my original steering box to turn one steering who are professional rebuilders, then I used jeep Cherokee steering shaft

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

That works too

[@larryhoover5430]

will this work for the caprice i have a 86

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

I’m not sure

[@Jayball1977]

Where is the link for the quicker ratio box?

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

Part number is in the description 🤘🏻

[@carlospagan8104]

Will this work on a 1978 Cutlass?

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

I don’t think so but I’m not sure

[@Bball128]

Will this fit a 1987 oldsmobile cutlass?

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

Yes sir

[@Bball128]

@@SkinnyPedalMotorsports thanks

[@8055BOOMER8055]

No link for items

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

Part numbers in the description. Not sure what happened to the link

[@osvaldopartida408]

More like I’m catch you tomorrow motor sports

[@brividoofficialsite74]

Will this part number work for my 1983 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme?

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

Yes it should.

[@brividoofficialsite74]

@@SkinnyPedalMotorsports thank you sir....last question everything in my car is original....due to the ratio difference will I need to change anything else or be aware of?

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

@@brividoofficialsite74 no sir

[@brividoofficialsite74]

@@SkinnyPedalMotorsports well thank you very much for the information

[@kel57400]

Hey, any updates?

[@nathanielbolden5053]

I was told to stay away from the Cardone units!...i was told they were junk!...

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

I haven’t heard that but I’ll be sure to keep my receipt

[@eleven8948]

I have a G Body MC SS. I replaced it but my flat spot on the steering shaft wont align with the teeth for the pitman arm. Any advice?

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

You have to notch your steering side for it to fit

[@eleven8948]

@@SkinnyPedalMotorsports Thanks for the reply. How do I do that? I am also going with the jeep steering shaft as well. Thanks again

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

The shaft out of the firewall had be notched so the Jeep shaft can slide over it

[@eleven8948]

@@SkinnyPedalMotorsports I will make sure and do that. The part I am talking about is the pitman arm under the gear box. I cant get those teeth to align with teeth that connect to the steering shaft. Should I disconnect the tie rods like you did? Sorry for the confusion.

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

Eleven oh gotcha. It definitely made it easier disconnecting that.

[@51-FS]

Link to the gear box?

[@51-FS]

How's it holding up?

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

It’s in the description I believe of the video

[@johnchalkias4936]

What’s the part number

[@SkinnyPedalMotorsports]

It’s in the description box.

[@tyronetripod8536]

hey skinny, has anyone seen a full gbody kit from QA1 or BMR frame off comparison to a something like a custom schwartz frame? like this kzbin.info/www/bejne/moKoq5qtgth9fNU