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Borgeson Power Steering Stops The Leaks And Gives You Crisp 16:1 Steering Without Special Modifications
From the March, 2010 issue of Mustang Monthly
By Jim Smart
Photography by Jim Smart
Intergral Power Steering Borgeson Power Steering Unit
This is the Borgeson 16:1... 
   
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Intergral Power Steering Borgeson Power Steering Unit
This is the Borgeson 16:1 power steering unit for '65-'70 Mustangs. It takes the "drip" out of vintage Mustang steering with an efficient compact design and simple bolt-on performance. There are no control valves, power rams, or pesky hoses to mess with. Bolt it on, install two hoses and a manual steering linkage, and you're ready for action.
I am so over leaky Bendix power steering for classic Mustangs. So over it, in fact, I ordered a new Borgeson integral power steering system for my high school sweetheart-a '67 Mustang hardtop I've owned since 1974. When my father bought this 289-powered Sport Sprint as a second car for my mother, it was a well-worn $400 beater with 80,000 miles, 19:1 ratio manual steering, drum brakes that didn't work, Sears Dynaglas tires, and a bashed-in quarter-panel.

Intergral Power Steering Control Valve
This is what makes the Borgeson... 
   
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Intergral Power Steering Control Valve
This is what makes the Borgeson power steering gear such a terrific compact design. The control (spool) valve is built into the worm shaft. When you steer, the spool valve directs pressure internally to an actuator piston at the sector shaft. The only hoses to the pump are for pressure and return.
The Borgeson system bolts right in without major modifications and with simple hand tools. The Borgeson box isn't a new steering gear, but instead it's a proven remanufactured unit available off the shelf with a sporty 16:1 steering ratio. It's an affordable alternative to manual power-assisted worm-and-sector or aftermarket rack-and-pinion steering. Best of all, it maintains that classic Mustang feel.

Intergral Power Steering Sector Shafts
Two sector shaft sizes are... 
   
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Intergral Power Steering Sector Shafts
Two sector shaft sizes are available-1 inch and 1 1/4 inches. If you're installing in a '65-'66 or early '67 Mustang, order a 1-inch sector shaft and Pitman arm. A larger 1 1/4-inch sector shaft was phased in early in the '67 model year. A manual steering Pitman and idler arm should be used for this application.
Intergral Power Steering Steering Pump
Although you can use the Ford/Thompson... 
   
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Intergral Power Steering Steering Pump
Although you can use the Ford/Thompson or Eaton power steering pump with the Borgeson steering gear, it is suggested that you use the Borgeson GM Saginaw pump because it provides better control pressure at idle than either of the original equipment pumps.
Intergral Power Steering Steering Box
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Intergral Power Steering Steering Box
During the restoration of our '67 hardtop, we opted for a 16:1 manual steering box, which is an excellent piece. But to get rid of the leaky Bendix system, we have to remove the manual box.
Intergral Power Steering Bendix Power Assist Steering System
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Intergral Power Steering Bendix Power Assist Steering System
In theory, the Bendix power-assist steering system should work well, and this one does just fine. However, it's a leaker no matter what we do with lines and fittings. We're choosing to replace it with the Borgeson integral 16:1 power box, which greatly simplifies Mustang power steering and gets rid of all this plumbing.
Intergral Power Steering Pitman Arm Joints
Removal begins where the Pitman... 
   
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Intergral Power Steering Pitman Arm Joints
Removal begins where the Pitman arm joins the Bendix power steering control valve. Remove this cotter pin and drive the stud out with a drift. Don't use a splitter fork.
Intergral Power Steering Power Steering Center Link
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Intergral Power Steering Power Steering Center Link
With the Borgeson box, you have two choices. You can use the power steering center link with an adaptor link available from Mustangs Plus. Or you can go with a manual steering center link, Pitman arm, and idler arm. For the latter, inner tie-rod ends must be disconnected. Gently use a ball-joint/tie-rod end splitter fork. Now is a good time to replace worn tie-rod ends and boots.

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