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  1. 28th May 2011, 09:59 PM #1
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    Defender Steering Box Replacement Q

    Does anyone know if I am able to replace my 1999 Defenders steering box with the later 6 bolt type?
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  2. 29th May 2011, 09:14 AM #2
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    I think you are a little confused Toad.

    The 6 bolt is the much earlier Gemmer steering box and is regarded to be the weakest one fitted.

    The 4 bolt is an Adwest box and regarded to be the strongest / best option.

    This is the one still in use.
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  3. 29th May 2011, 09:15 AM #3
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    Correct, Pete as always

    Stick with the Adwest 4 bolt!

    JC
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  4. 4th June 2011, 08:28 PM #4
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    Thanks guys, ended up I put a seal kit through my box at a cost of $90 and 5 hours a mucking around. I did find new six bolt boxes new for under $ 300 which raised the question of why overhaul!


    No power steering leaks so only the engine ones to go.

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