Advance Adapters 716805 User Manual

ADVANCE ADAPTERS INC. P/N: 716805

P.O. Box 247, 4320 Aerotech Center Way
Paso Robles, CA 93447 PAGE 1 OF 10
Telephone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Page Rev . Date: 04-25-14

MANUAL STEERING CONVERSION

JEEP UNIVERSAL

KIT CONSISTS OF:
No. Qty Part No. Description

1. 1 716810 COLUMN BUSHING

2. 4 716812 CLAMP (Tie Rod)

3. 1 716814 CLAMP (Spud Shaft)

4. 1 716816 PITMAN ARM-MANUAL

5. 1 716823 MOUNTING PLATE

6. 2 716824 FRAME ENCLOSURE

7. 1 716826-BLK MOUNTING PLATE

8. 1 716829 SHORT TIE ROD

9. 1 716830 LONG TIE ROD

10. 1 716832 GUSSET

11. 1 716834-30B SPUD SHAFT

12. 1 716847 7/8" UNIVERSAL/FLAMING RIVER

13. 1 716841 STEERING-UNIVERSAL JOINT 1"DD X 1"DD

14. 1 716863 STEERING SHAFT-36" COLLAPSIBLE W/O U-JOINT

15. 2 723122 5/16" FLAT WASHERS

16. 1 723703 3/8" NYLOCK NUT

17. 1 723704 WASHER

18. 1 723725 3/8"-16 x 2" BOLT

19. 3 724324 HIGH COLLAR WASHER

20. 3 724347 7/16" x 1-1/2" GRD. 8 / 12 PT. BOLTS

**Kit does not include the Saginaw Steering Box, Steering Hoses or New Tie Rod Ends for Military Replacement.

May of 2013 Advance Adapters started updating its steering spud shafts to a male double D design, the spud shaft in this kit
has been update to the 1" double D. If you have a steering box that requires the

Adapters sales staff that you require the 716834-36 with a 1"DD male end.

P/N 716834-30 - Spud shaft .730” dia. x 30T (manual & power) (male side is 1" double D as of 5/24/13)
P/N 716834-36 - Spud shaft .730” dia. x 36T (manual) (male side is 1" double D as of 5/24/13)

Due to limited supplies of the center socket tie rod end P/N 716819 no longer is supplied in this kit.

JEEP SAGINAW STEERING INSTRUCTIONS:

Advance Adapters, Inc. has been manufacturing steering conversion parts for installation of the Saginaw steering boxes into Jeep
vehicles for more than twenty years. The parts we furnish are of the highest quality available and we utilize only proven design
components for our kits. Before you consider the conversion, we recommend that you thoroughly read and understand the complete
procedure. Do not take short cuts on steering installations. We recommend that these conversions be installed by a qualified
technician. Do not overlook any details. Remember that the control of your vehicle depends on the steering gear performance.

Failure of your steering system can result in severe damage and possibly injury.

SPECIAL NOTE: The components packaged in this kit have been assembled and machined for specific type of conversions. Modifications to any of the components will void
any possible warranty or return privileges. If you do not fully understand modifications or changes that will be required to complete your conversion, we strongly recommend that
you contact our sales department for more information. This instruction sheet is only to be used for the assembly of Advance Adapter components. We recommend that a service
manual pertaining to your vehicle be obtained for specific torque values, wiring diagrams and other related equipment. These manuals are normally available at automotive dealerships
and parts stores.

P/N 716834-36, Please advise the Advance

ADVANCE ADAPTERS INC. P/N: 716805

P.O. Box 247, 4320 Aerotech Center Way
Paso Robles, CA 93447 PAGE 2 OF 10
Telephone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Page Rev . Date: 08-05-10

MANUAL STEERING CONVERSION

JEEP UNIVERSAL

The Saginaw steering conversions for these vehicles is a proven advantage simply because they allow you to have better control
of your vehicle both on and off the highway. The problem with stock steering on these vehicles is excessive play or backlash. In
addition to offering a sound positive means of controlling your vehicle, it can be performed at a reasonable cost. Additional advantages
include exhaust clearance, engine positioning, and custom steering columns. These kits fit Jeep vehicles only.

Before you consider this conversion we recommend that you thoroughly read and understand the complete installation procedure.

Do not take shortcuts on steering installations. We recommend that these conversions be installed by a qualified technician.

The control of your vehicle depends on your steering performance. Failure of your steering system can result in severe damage
and possible injury.

Most Jeep vehicles had basically the same stock configuration. It is simply a gear box at the base of the steering column which controls
a drag link towards the front of the vehicle. The bellcrank is mounted on the front crossmember or axle and uses a push-pull affect
for steering. Because there are many motions and joints on this system, excessive free play and backlash develops.

Stock Illustration Stock with long tie rod

The Saginaw steering system requires the elimination of the stock gear box and bellcrank. The new steering box is mounted on
the inside of the left front frame rail, just behind the bumper. Although this sounds simple, there are several things that must be
considered before the installation can be completed. Such things include:

Power or manual steering Steering column type Steering box location
Motor mount clearance on steering shaft Tie rod size & length Winch clearance

On engine conversions that are retaining the original steering box location, you will be locating the engine position as close as

possible to the original steering box. When eliminating the original
steering box, you will be able to offset the new engine 1” towards the
driver’s side in order to allow for additional front driveshaft and starter
motor clearance. In 1971, Jeep changed their steering design to
almost the exact same configuration as the kit that we offer. The
difference between the original Jeep installation and our installation
is mainly in the design of the mounting bracket for the steering box.

Saginaw Steering Installation

Jeep also used a rag joint coupler between the steering box and
steering shaft.

MANUAL BOX SELECTION:

Make sure the box that you select has the same basic configuration as the ones illustrated. Manual boxes can be found in the 1960s
and early 1970 GM cars, or Jeep vehicles 1972 & newer. The manual steering box must have a shaft stickout length of approximately
3” long, and the spline on the shaft approximately 1” long.

The location of the Saginaw steering box will require a spud shaft. This shaft couples and extends
the steering box shaft into the engine compartment. Manual boxes have two spline sizes that mate
to our spud shaft. Our manual steering kits are supplied with a .730” dia. 30 spline spud shaft. If your
steering box has .730” dia. 36 spline, Part No. 716834-36 can be substituted.

Manual Steering Box

SPECIAL NOTE: The components packaged in this kit have been assembled and machined for specific type of conversions. Modifications to any of the components
will void any possible warranty or return privileges. If you do not fully understand modifications or changes that will be required to complete your conversion, we strongly
recommend that you contact our sales department for more information. This instruction sheet is only to be used for the assembly of Advance Adapter components.
We recommend that a service manual pertaining to your vehicle be obtained for specific torque values, wiring diagrams and other related equipment. These manuals
are normally available at automotive dealerships and parts stores.

ADVANCE ADAPTERS INC. P/N: 716805

P.O. Box 247, 4320 Aerotech Center Way
Paso Robles, CA 93447 PAGE 3 OF 10
Telephone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Page Rev . Date: 08-05-10

MANUAL STEERING CONVERSION

JEEP UNIVERSAL

STEERING COLUMNS:

The stock steering column is the easiest option when installing the Saginaw steering. If you are planning to use a custom steering
column, some fabrication will be necessary for mounting.

The stock steering column protrudes through the firewall and into the engine compartment where it enters the stock Jeep worm
gear steering mechanism. The steering box must be disassembled so that the worm portion of the steering column shaft can be
cut off. Once removed, the end of the shaft must be machined to fit the universal joint provided. The diameter of this shaft must
be machined to fit a 7/8” (.875”) universal joint.

After the shaft has been machined, the column can be reassembled with the modified shaft. To support the shaft in the center of
the column, a bushing (P/N 716810) fits into the column housing with a precision fit on the shaft. Make sure the bushing and
the shaft have sufficient clearance for easy turning. The column will then need to be assembled into the support plate. The new
steering shaft bushing must be installed into the bottom of the steering column so that alignment and support of the shaft is
maintained.

With the bushing in place, you can now install the universal yoke. Slip the yoke in position onto the shaft and firmly up against the
bushing. Before tightening the set screw, have someone push the steering wheel downward. You will find that the column has
a slight spring tension. Make sure that the tension will provide a slight pressure of the universal yoke against the bushing. We require
the universal yoke installation to have a spot drilled in line with the set screw. Failure to make each yoke installation as specified

could result in the loss of control of the vehicle.

SPECIAL NOTE: The components packaged in this kit have been assembled and machined for specific type of conversions. Modifications to any of the components
will void any possible warranty or return privileges. If you do not fully understand modifications or changes that will be required to complete your conversion, we strongly
recommend that you contact our sales department for more information. This instruction sheet is only to be used for the assembly of Advance Adapter components.
We recommend that a service manual pertaining to your vehicle be obtained for specific torque values, wiring diagrams and other related equipment. These manuals
are normally available at automotive dealerships and parts stores.