MT or OEM power steering

[fanmech]

I've got an 82 original stock FJ40. I purchased a complete MT steering setup-pump, box, reservoir, hoses etc. for the conversion. Should I use this or try to get an OEM system ? This year has power steering available. I want the vehicle to retain its originality to keep its value. I also know that the OEM setup is very hard to get. If I should go with the MT, is the better choice the GM pump VS the toyota MT pump?

 

[cruiser_guy]

If you want originality then you need to go OEM.

 

[3_puppies]

what's an MT set up?

finding a complete OEM set up will not be easy, but you can make one/piece one together.

Landpimp did a write up years ago about getting an original casting and using mini truck guts in the casting, get a pump and bracket, a few lines and you'll either need to space your column out from the firewall or shorten your inner shaft on the column.

 

[alkarich]

MT for mini truck.

 

[3_puppies]

MT for mini truck.

Thanks, I was thinking it was a "brand" name.

if it's mini truck, there isn't much difference between that and OEM.

 

[CruiserStuff]

there's a guy in classifieds selling an oem pump and mounting bracket for a 40.....

 

[Volcano cruiser]

I went with the 60 series setup start to finish. I'm quite pleased with it but then again my goal is to just keep the rig all Toyota, if I can help it, not OEM. If you are really trying to stay the OEM course then source out an OEM setup.

 

[MDTyree]

I would use the MT set up if you already have it. You can always take it off later. I would enjoy the power steering as soon as you can.
My .02
Mike

 

[NCjeff]

If you decide to sell the MT setup, PM me. I would be interested in it.

 

[fanmech]

I am getting info on OEM parts. If I want to sell the MT setup, I'll pm you. It'll be a few days.

 

[fanmech]

If you decide to sell the MT setup, PM me. I would be interested in it.

My setup only includes the stock bracket with the MT pump. I do not have the conversion brackets. Still looking for OEM parts. Let me know if your still interested.