Index For safety disconnect battery cables and ensure that vehicle is properly supported by jack stands. NOTE: Hoses (FR1610) Pump Mounting Bracket (FR1611) is sold separately and is not included in this kit. Before paint or powder coating of the rack and pinion cradle system we recommend that you pre-fit the system to ensure proper fit.
Installation Kit Hardware Package QTY Part Number Description 1 100436 C-10 Rack and Cradle Assembly 1 BK10200 Support Bearing Bracket 1 FR1810 Support Bearing 3 7/16"-14x1" 7/16" Driver's Side Mounting Bolts 6 7/16" Flat Washers 7/16" Driver's Side Washers 3 7/16" Lock Washers 7/16" Driver's Side Lock Washers 3 7/16"-14 Lock Nuts 7/16" Lock Nuts 2 3/8"-16x1" 3/8" Passenger Side Mounting Bolts 4 3/8" Flat Washers 3/8" Pasenger Side Washers 2 3/8" Lock Washers 3/8" Passenger
If using a Flaming River Steering Column it is recommended that before any disassembly you should first verify the wiring for your turn signals and ignition switch to ensue proper operation. Color Verification to be completed before disassembly Before disconnecting the turn signal and the ignition connectors verify the wiring color to ensure proper operation. The colors listed with the ignition switch diagram below are from a stock wiring system.
Original Column Removal Only perform these steps if using a new Flaming River Steering Column 1) 2) 3) 4) Disconnect the column wiring connectors. Remove the bolts that hold the column floor mount to the firewall. Support the column and remove the bolts that retain the under dash mounting clamp. Remove the factory steering column from the vehicle.
Steering Box and Linkage Removal con’t 2) Remove the two bolts that retain the idler arm to the frame rail. 3) Remove the cotter pins and castle nuts and separate the outer tie rod ends from the spindles. 4) Next remove the steering linkage from the car. 5) If you have power steering remove the lines from your power box, pump and pump brackets.
Installation of Flaming River Column 1) Install the upper portion of the new Flaming River under dash mount into the stock location. 2) Slide the new steering column through the opening in the original floor mount, and then slide the column through the opening in the firewall. 3) Ensure that the column straight by having the turn signal arm points to the 9 o’clock position.
Installation of Flaming River Column con’t 4) Install the wiring connector according to the diagram below. Electrical System Notes Caution: Before disconnecting your original steering column wiring harness please verify each wire color and function on the worksheet below. Some wire colors may vary from year to year.
Installation of the Flaming River Rack and Cradle 1) Remove the Rack from the cradle. 2) Install the rack and pinion cradle by sliding it over the frame rails 3) Installing the new hardware using three 7/16” bolts where the gear box was mounted and tighten the 7/16” nuts and bolts to 50-65 ft lbs. 4) Next place a level on the cradle and the level the cradle. Once the cradle is level, then mark and drill the passenger side mounting holes.
Installation of the Flaming River Rack and Cradle con’t 5) Install the new hardware using two 3/8” bolts in the newly drilled holes on the passenger side and tighten the bolts to 40-45 ft lbs. 6) Re-install the power rack and pinion onto the cradle. 7) Install the outer tie rod ends into the inner tie rod ends and adjust tie rods until the original zerk to zerk measurement taken Measurement from the index page to install the outer tie rod ends into before disassembly is obtained.
Universal Joint System 1) Loosen the set screws in the rack mounting blocks. – This will allow to you to adjust the pinion angle for proper u-joint alignment. 2) Install support-bearing mount onto the inner front control arm bolt. (Picture below). Note: The angle of this mount is set for most applications. Some adjustment may be necessary for the correct angle and u-joint alignment.
Universal Joint System con’t 3) We recommend the use of ¾” wood dowel rod to mock up the steering shaft to obtain the correct length of the shafts. 4) Install your shaft kit and snug each set screw so that it will leave a mark in the shafts. 5) Remove shaft and dimple each setscrew mark using a ¼” drill bit. (As shown below.) 6) Re-install the shafts using red loc-tite thread locker on the set screw threads. Tighten each setscrew to 25 ft. lbs. Tighten all lock nuts securely.
Steering Wheel Installation Note: Before installing the steering wheel, make sure the wheels are straight. 1) Install horn contact kit into canceling cam tube and turn to lock (Included with column). 2) Align steering wheel adapter so that the canceling cam hole is at approx the 11 o’clock position and that one of the steering wheel mounting holes is at the 12 o’clock position.
Power Steering Pump Installation Bleeding the System 1) Raise the front wheels off the ground and support vehicle on jack stands. 2) Turn the wheel to the left lock and fill the reservoir with high-quality power steering fluid and allow vehicle to sit for 2 minutes. 3) With the engine off and someone checking the fluid level rotate the steering wheel lock to lock 20 times filling with fluid as necessary. 4) With the engine running, rotate the steering wheel back and forth from lock-to-lock.
Bleeding the System con’t Install your power steering lines to the correct pressure or return ports. See picture to the right. If using a stainless line kit follow the instructions that are included in your kit. FR1610 Power Steering Line Kit is Available Separately Always consult your factory manual for proper torque settings for your vehicle. NOTE: If the fluid is extremely foamy, let the vehicle sit for a few minutes and repeat steps 1-5.
