M37 with 360 Power Steering Help?

[WV3777]

I am the proud new owner of a 1961 M37B1 with a 1978 Dodge 360 ci engine. I really need to add power steering to move the 38.5" tires on the beast and have a few questions. Assuming I use the Saginaw unit from Snake River, what pump and pulley should I run? What bracket should I use? And, do I need to install a flow valve?

 

[Roller]

I used a stock Dodge steering pump, pulley, and bracket on my 360, with no flow valve.

Frank

 

[WV3777]

Thanks for the reply. Any leads on a bracket and a pump? They have long been separated from my truck. I am in the process of taking the bed off to get everything apart, sandblasted, replacing rusted panels and the bed floor, so it will be a while before I need them. Truck was also using a bed mounted gas tank so I will be on the hunt for a decent tank and brackets too. Thanks, Again Aaron

 

[Roller]

Pump could be obtained at NAPA, pulley and mounting bracket would have to be found in a salvage yard. Hoses to the gear would have to be made.

Frank

 

[WV3777]

Frank do you have the Napa part numbers for the pump and steering box? What is the year range for the bracket and pulley? I have heard 78-85, but don't know if this correct. Thanks, Aaron

 

[Roller]

I use '78 - '79 Dodge W200 - W300 reverse rotation as a steering box.

Frank

 

[CARNAC]

WOW! Another MountainEER! Don't bother introducing yourself......

 

[WV3777]

Introduction: Well not a MountainEER in any shape or form. Actually a received my Undergraduate from Marshall University. I typically restore Early Ford cars and trucks, saw a M37 had to get one, found one, and started the rebuild. One of my Veteran Buds told me about Steel Soldiers and I have found it to have a wealth of information. I am however a proud West Virginian. The state gets a lot of bad press, but the mountains are beautiful and the four wheeling is great.