One more power steering conversion problem

bwell

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Supporting Member 2
Belt and pump bracket issues resolved with help from members, now one major problem.
The idler pully bracket won’t allow pump to be installed. (Pics attached).
Am I the only member to do the borgeson 605 conversion to a 62’ 409? Do I possibly have wrong pump?
 

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bwell

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Supporting Member 2
I have a different 62’ vehicle with power steering and no idler pulley, only power steering and fan/ alternator belts. Works fine.
Anyone know if I really need the idler pulley on the 409?
 

bwell

Well Known Member
Supporting Member 2
Don & Scott, thank you guys. Don’t know what I’d do without your help.
You have helped me solve all my problems but one. Ecklers sent me 5/8” pulley with keyway and the pump is 3/4” press on.
So much for getting it together this weekend.
 
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