power steering pump/ hoses replace.

[scott forbes]

Working on my '73 302 and decided to replace the whole system but for the in line OEM cooler, which will stay where it is.
I'd like all 3 hoses and the correct pump, the latter of which seems plentiful. Any sources for the 3 correct hoses either as a kit, or each would be appreciated. It's that 3rd. hose that has me stumped.
I'm an OEM guy, so no GM looking parts will be utilized under this hood. Thanks guys, Scott

 

[thegreatjustino]

If you're talking about correct looking fittings and length, good luck.

If you simply want parts that fit, the pressure hose is available at any local auto part store, and the return lines are just low pressure lines with hose clamps that you can buy by the foot.

 

[gnpenning]

GM and Ford both used the Saginaw pump which is a upgrade.

 

[73azbronco]

custom hoses at a local hose place like hose advantage or parker hose. Usually no more than store bought. Usually same day, And you know they will fit.

I say that, but even Parker, a national chain, stopped carrying the power steering fittings, they sent me to a guy down a street I wouldn't walk alone in downtown PHX, but he did it in an hour. Tells you where major suppliers are going, not supporting 50 year old fittings... Yes, I think summit had fittings, week to get them, another 4 hour drive, yada yada.

 

[Shimmy]

i recently redid my power steering/hydroboost hoses using Earl's hose and fittings. They look great and were very easy to work with.

 

[ntsqd]

Sounds like the PO wants a period correct looking restoration, not merely just a functional PS system. That's a whole level harder to do, even with the plethora of restoration parts becoming available.

For functional, a Saginaw pump and a conversion to -6AN/JIC hoses & fittings gets my vote. Converting my '96 FSB to the E-150/250/350 Van Saginaw pump and bracket finally eliminated the Ford PS pump whine.

 

[scott forbes]

OK, I'm thinking this finned p/s cooler, which is an original Ford in line cooler they used from the mid-60's thru mid- 70's, was a previous owners install.
I've seen these on big block cars and trucks, mostly with a/c. This '73 Bronco was a "tow bar to the Rocky Mountains and hunt the trails" vehicle for most of it's life. It is bolted to the cylinder head utilizing just one hole -on the two hole mounting bracket. I bought a new original style pump with a pair of original style hoses and will not utilize the cooler as it would entail installing a third low pressure hose . Just normal use and some light off road fun for this Bronco from now on. Any advise either way to my plan is appreciated.

 

[SteveL]

For stock looking custom hoses the local Napa can usually make em.

 

[scott forbes]

Thanks! Was just wondering if anyone has ever noticed this oem style in line cooler factory installed on a bronco in these years.
It would surely help remove heat from the system.

 

[toddz69]

Thanks! Was just wondering if anyone has ever noticed this oem style in line cooler factory installed on a bronco in these years.
It would surely help remove heat from the system.

Yes, many of the EBs had the OEM style cooler installed that you describe. Always helpful to have it.

Todd Z.

 

[DirtDonk]

Agree. Probably 90% or more of the early Broncos with factory power steering had that cooler.
OK, so maybe not 90%. But at least 90% of the ones I’ve seen had it.
Perhaps it was part of an optional “extra cooling” package or something like that.