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Originally Posted by Phil Gillespie
So what is the name of original unit as fitted in a 55 Ford? The one fitted on car can not make out any markings.
Thanks Phil NZ.
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As far as I know they are FoMoCo parts.
With a part number and casting/engineering number similar to this one. (first photo below)
With differences to fit the various vehicle models, and an upgrade from 2 tooth to 3 tooth during the '56 model year... I believe there were no specific 'power steering' boxes until the '58 model year.
The 'power assisted' steering available in the early to mid-50's Fords was controlled by a mechanically operated valve on the center/drag link where it attaches to the lower end of the pitman arm. Second example photo, yellow arrow. Not built in to the steering box.
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