Thanks Bill.
It's beginning to look like I can get a short water pump bracket from Zoops for a Type II pump, and the pump and remote reservoir are available in polished aluminum from Summit. Summit also sells a box with a 12:1 ratio made by AGR. As far as the lines go, it looks like Russell produces "Powerflex" hoses and ends, made for high pressure applications, like brakes and power steering.
This will all be a bit pricey but have the look I want.
Bill,
Thanks for your reply. I think all of the parts are available from Zoops and Summit. Russell makes hose and endings specifically for this application, called "Powerflex" hoses and endings. I will probably go with a billet Type II pump with remote reservoir.
Thanks again,
Fred
On Dec 19, 2004, at 6:50 PM, Bill Lessenberry wrote:
At 12:53 PM 12/19/2004, you wrote:Bill,
Thanks for your reply. I am using a short water pump, no ac. I'd like the pump to be on the driver side to minimize the pump-to-steering box hose.
I would particularly like to know any advantages/disadvantages to the Saginaw vs. the Type II
Sorry, I don't have any experience there, so I can't help.
and the remote vs. the attached reservoir.
I believe that you have to use a remote reservoir because of clearance problems with the alternator.
I am interested in the polished aluminum Type II pump sold by Summit, for one reason it uses -AN fittings. I would also like it to look as good as possible.
You could use an aluminum remote reservoir with the AN fittings & hoses for a nice look on the supply and return side, but I'd check the specs on the hose that you use on the pressure side. P/S pumps are capable of 1200 psi or more, & you don't want a hose or fitting to leak or break.
BL
