Flaming River 1958-64 User Manual

58-62 Impala

Rack & Pinion Cradle Kit

58-62 Impala

Note: For safety disconnect battery cables and ensure that the vehicle is properly supported
by jack stands.

Before painting or powder coating of the cradle, we recommend that you pre-t the entire system
to ensure proper tment for your application.

Inventory pg 2

Electrical System Verication pg 4

Removal of Factory Steering pg 5-6

Installation of:
Rack and Cradle pg 7-8
Flaming River Tilt Column pg 9-10
Electrical System Notes pg 10
Universal Joint and Steering pg 11
Shaft Installation
Power Steering Pump Installation pg 12

Power Steering Bleeding Procedure pg 13

WARRANTY DISCLAIMER: Flaming River’s® Limited Warranty
Flaming River® warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1)
year aer the date of purchase, except that: All steering columns are warranted for a period of three (3) years from
the date of purchase. e Big Switch (part number FR1005) is warranted for a period of three (3) years from the date
of purchase, provided that it is not mounted with a steel bracket and provided further that it is adequately protected
from environmental conditions. All electrical products other than the Big Switch are warranted for a period of nine­ty (90) days from the date of purchase. Flaming River’s® warranty liability is limited to the replacement of defective
products. Flaming River® is not liable for any labor costs associated with any warranty claim, or for any incidental or
consequential damages. Improper installation, abuse, racing, and/or modication of the products voids this war­ranty. No warranty of merchantability or tness for a particular purpose is made by Flaming River® with respect to
any of its products. Warnings and Recommendations It is the customer’s responsibility to determine the suitability of
a given Flaming River® product for the customer’s uses. Likewise, it is the customer’s responsibility to install a Flam­ing River® product. Contact the vehicle manufacturer whenever installing a switch to conrm the appropriateness of
using such a switch and the recommended placement of the switch on the vehicle. Use qualied chassis specialists
for the installation of all steering related components. Be aware that the installation of certain Flaming River® prod­ucts may adversely impact a manufacturer’s warranty with respect to certain vehicles and other manufactured goods.
Flaming River will repair or replace any product found to be defective in material or workmanship. Improper instal­lation, abuse, racing and/or modication VOID WARRANTY. Flaming River® is not responsible for any labor costs
associated with any warranty.

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Part Number

Description

Qty

100759

Bolt -3/8-16x4.5”

FR1612/FR1613

FR1614

FR1715DD

FR1789P

FR1850-22

FR20098

FR20118

FRPMPSB-V

NYLOCK-3/8”-16

Assembly, Power Rack and Cradle

3/8”-16 Grade 8 Bolt 4.5” Long

Assembly, Power Steering Pump

Bracket. Small Block/Big Block

Power Steering Remote Reservoir

3/4”-36 x 3/4” DD Billet U-Joint

FR Power x 3/4” DD Billet Joint

22” 3/4” DD Shaft

58-64 Impala Floor Mount

Female Wiring Adapter

Power Steering Pump with V-Belt

Pulley

3/8”-16 Nylock Lock Nut Grade 8

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5

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1

1

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1

1

1

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5

WASH-3/8”

FR21011/FR21013

FR21012/FR21014

3/8” Flat Washer

Impala Floor Shift Tilt Column

OR (Depending on Kit Ordered)

Impala Column Shift Tilt Column

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1

1

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Cradle and Shaft Assembly

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Color Verication To Be Completed Before Disassembly

Before disconnecting the turn signal connector, verify the factory wiring colors and turn signal operation.

The use of a wiring diagram is recommended. This will be used when connecting the new Flaming River

Steering Column.

• Brake Light Switch

• Right Rear Turn Signal

• Left Rear Turn Signal

• Turn Signal Power

• Hazard Power

• Right Front Turn Signal

• Left Front Turn Signal

• Horn

Original System Removal

1) For safety, disconnect your battery.

2) Before disassembly measure from zirc to zirc on the outer tie rod ends. Write this dimension down

for future reference.

Before disassembly measure from zirc to zirc on the outer tie rod ends

3) Disconnect the wiring at the steering

column under the dash.

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