Ford 5000 steering issues

[HUTCHAMUSPRIME]

1965 ford 5000. Has power steering but isn't working right. Previous owner said they rebuilt the pump but it didnt work right after. My steering wheel turns nut moves up and down. It also takes 2 full turns for it to make any noticeable change in the front. I assum theres also an issue with the worm drive in the steering box? Is there a parts kit to rebuilt the steering box?

 

[EdGooding]

The first place that I would check would be Messicks: New Holland 5000 - SERIES - 4 CYL TRACTOR(01/62 - 01/75) Parts Diagrams

I have a digital copy of the dealer parts book. If you want the relevant pages to assist in your overhaul, I'll be happy to post here or send to you.

 

[lman]

You must not have searched too hard. This thread may have as much info as you're going to find.

Ford 5000 power steering issue, veers to the right.

My tractor uses the early style power steering system. I just rebuilt the cylinder, now the system turns to the right without input, not so much that you can’t stop it, but enough that it would be extremely frustrating to operate- you can hold it back without much pressure, but when you let go...

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[AntiqueIron]

1965 ford 5000. Has power steering but isn't working right. Previous owner said they rebuilt the pump but it didnt work right after. My steering wheel turns nut moves up and down. It also takes 2 full turns for it to make any noticeable change in the front. I assum theres also an issue with the worm drive in the steering box? Is there a parts kit to rebuilt the steering box?

What I would do is push the steering wheel till you hit the right side end of the play, firmly rest your foot against the pitman arm, and then gently turn the wheel until you feel the pitman arm start to push backwards.

That will tell you if most of your play is in the steering box or in the power steering linkage under the radiator.

Yes, you can rebuild the steering box.
It’s a worm gear, a sliding collar that turns the output shaft, and a couple thrust bearings IIRC.

Probably everything is collectively worn out.

A new steering box can be had from places like yesterdays tractors for about $500, just to weigh the benefits.

Theres a lot of linkage in the front end that wears out too. There should be a total of 5 pins plus the main center pin that you can grease. They all wear over time.

Some are available from NH but with exception of the tapered pin that holds the cylinder to the center arm, most are just simple straight pins you could buy anywhere without too much trouble.

Hope that helps, NJ