Re: Is it possible to convert a 1949 car to power steering?

Posted by Rusty O\'Toole On 2015/3/25 20:36:20

You may not need power steering, it was not invented in 1949 and many older ladies and gentlemen had no trouble driving 49 Packards when new.

First thing would be to get the front end checked, worn parts replaced, and an alignment done.

Pump up the tires to 32 PSI. If you have radials, consider getting bias plies, they steer easier.

I know people who have done these simple things and it took away all desire for power steering.

The only time your car will steer hard, is when at a complete stop. This can be avoided by having the car moving, even very slowly, while turning the wheel. Careful parking will make this easy, almost every time. You just need to leave a little space.