{"product_id":"7-3l-saginaw-steering-pump-upgrade","title":"7.3L Saginaw Steering Pump Upgrade","description":"\u003cp\u003e Desolate Motorsports Ford 7.3 Power Stroke Saginaw Power Steering Pump Conversion  engineered specifically for 1994.5–1997 Ford 7.3L Power Stroke diesel trucks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt on the same proven concept as our extremely popular 5.0 \/ 5.8 \/ 7.5 Saginaw conversions, this kit delivers improved steering performance, increased reliability, and eliminates the common issues associated with the factory pump design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach kit includes a Desolate Motorsports designed and fabricated mounting bracket, a brand-new Saginaw-style power steering pump, billet aluminum Desolate pulley, new pressure and return hoses, and all required fittings for installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Desolate Motorsports bracket is precision built from laser-cut steel, fixtured and welded for accuracy and strength, then zinc coated for long-lasting corrosion resistance and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBenefits of the Saginaw Conversion include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEliminates the notorious factory power steering pump whine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProven and reliable Saginaw pump design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncreased steering pressure for larger tires and off-road use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDurable metal reservoir replaces the weak factory plastic reservoir\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImproved steering feel and overall performance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeavy-duty fabricated bracket built to last\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccepts factory vacuum pump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether your truck is a daily driver, tow rig, or dedicated off-road build, the Desolate Motorsports 7.3 Saginaw Conversion delivers the steering performance and reliability your OBS Ford deserves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVehicle Fitment \u0026amp; Steering Box Identification:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome 1997 model year trucks were equipped with a different steering gearbox than earlier OBS Ford models. The only difference in our kit application is the adapter fittings used at the steering box, so it is important to identify which version your truck has before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou can identify your steering box by looking at the top cover of the gearbox\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0640\/2546\/0876\/files\/Steering_Box_2_bolt_vs_4_bolt.jpg?v=1785192848\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“Normal” 2-Bolt Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures 2 bolts holding the top cap down with 1 adjustment screw in the center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1997-Only 4-Bolt Style\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eFeatures 4 bolts holding the top cap down along with 1 adjustment screw in the center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease verify your steering box style prior to ordering to ensure the correct adapter fittings are included with your kit.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIns\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003etallation Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eCustomer is responsible for supplying approximately 1 quart of power steering fluid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteering gearbox must be fully evacuated of any ATF prior to installation to prevent contamination of the new system\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Desolate Motorsports","offers":[{"title":"2 Bolt Style","offer_id":51668909555852,"sku":"DM-12K007-01","price":799.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 Bolt Style","offer_id":51668909588620,"sku":"DM-12K007-02","price":799.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0640\/2546\/0876\/files\/Diesel_7_3_Saginaw_Conversion_Kit.jpg?v=1784849780","url":"https:\/\/desolatemotorsports.com\/products\/7-3l-saginaw-steering-pump-upgrade","provider":"Desolate Motorsports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}