Flaming River 1960-65 User Manual

1960-1965 Comet

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-fit the entire system to en­sure proper fitment for your application.

Inventory pg 2

Removal of Factory Steering pg 4 - 5

Installation of:
Flaming River Tilt Column pg 6
Electrical System Notes pg 7
Rack and Cradle pg 8
Universal Joint and Steering pg 9
Shaft Installation
Power Steering Pump Installation pg 10

Power Steering Bleeding Procedure pg 11

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 after the date of purchase, except that: All steering columns are warranted for
a period of three (3) years from the date of purchase. The 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 modification of
the products voids this warranty. No warranty of merchantability or fitness 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 confirm the appropriateness of using such a
switch and the recommended placement of the switch on the vehicle. Use qualified 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 modification VOID WARRANTY.
Flaming River® is not responsible for any labor costs associated with any warranty.

Part No. DescriPtioN Qty Notes

100954 Mounting Hardware Kit 1

100956 Power Rack & Pinion Cradle Assembly 1

FR1614 Remote Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 1

FR1934 1”DD x 3/4”DD Universal Joint 1

FR1969 3/4”DD x FR Power Universal Joint 1

FR20010RK Billet Aluminum Shift Linkage 1 Column Shift Kit Only

FR20059 Adjustable Shift Arm 1 Column Shift Kit Only

FR20097 Aluminum Floor Mount 1

FR20118-1 Wiring Connector w/Hazards 1

FR21017 Tilt Column Shift Steering Column 1 Column Shift Kit Only

FRXXXXX Tilt Floor Shift Steering Column 1 Floor Shift kit Only

FRHRN2 Horn Relay 1

FRMBPW1 Power Steering Pump Bracket 1

FRPMPSB-V Power Steering Pump w/ V-Belt Pulley 1

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