LS swap question on power steering hoses?

SNYDERMAN

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1967 CHEVROLET IMPALA
6.0L
V8
2WD
AUTOMATIC
180,000 MILES

Hi, I put a 2005 6.0 LQ4 in my car listed above. I'm having issues finding the right fittings to connect the power steering pressure hose. I found a fitting on Amazon the goes into the back of the pump, but it has a female 3/8" inverted flare where the hose is supposed to connect. My hose is a 3/8" female regular flare. So, I'm trying to go from 3/8" female inverted to 3/8" female regular flare. Cannot find a fitting or fittings to make the connection. Any advice you can offer?

Monday, March 25th, 2024 AT 6:30 PM

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STEVE W.

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Look for a shop locally that rebuilds hydraulics and makes hoses. They can make you a line with the correct fittings on each end without using adapters. Or check with Summit racing. Their tech line crew are really good at finding odd parts.

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Tuesday, March 26th, 2024 AT 3:36 AM

SNYDERMAN

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Thank you, Steve! I think I may have found the right fitting - Gates 350040. Now I'm hearing the LS style pumps have different pressure than the old-style pumps. Do I need to be concerned with that?

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Tuesday, March 26th, 2024 AT 4:05 AM

STEVE W.

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Most pumps run 1,200-1,500 PSI on a conventional steering box, on a rack they run a bit lower. I wouldn't worry a lot, if the pump you have was set to a lower pressure it will just mean the 67 won't be a one finger no feedback system like it came from the factory.
You can always swap the pump out if you like.

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Tuesday, March 26th, 2024 AT 8:24 AM