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  1. Twistedtp

    Twistedtp New Member

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    I have a 1973 Mercury Comet and am trying to make it manual steering. I have a manual center link already. It appears that I need a different pitman arm. The one I need I think doesn't have any greaseable parts. Any ideas?:huh:
     
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    BKelley Comet Enthusiast

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    I've replaced everything else also. But it looks like #3590 is my missing component. I've got the idler, center link, tie rod ends but still have power steering pitman. Looks like the center link goes on a different way.
     
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    mav1970 Bob Hatcher

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    Red1972Grabber Hangtown Hot Rods-NorCal

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    Hey post a pic of what you need, I just replaced everything in my steering but some parts were fine, maybe what you need I have in good shape. pics would eliminate any confusion.:) for me anyways.
     
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    Craig Selvey Indiana State Rep - MCCI

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    If you need a manual steering pitman arm, I have some. Email me DIRECTLY (see below) if I can help.
     
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    all I replaced was the... manual center link and pitman arm...:yup:
     
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