S10 Steering box in a 86 Cutlass

[YaoGuaiCutlass]

Hey all, I have a 1986 Cutlass Supreme. Well anyways, we had new neighbours move in next door and the one used to race G-bodys as Figure 8 cars a few years back. He told us about how they used Steering boxes out of 80's style Chevy S10's that were 4 cyl 5 speeds. I guess there was no power steering but a weird steering box that didn't require it. Anyways, I am looking to rid myself of my power steering for this box if it's as good as said. Is any of this true?

 

[Csilvy2000]

Yes it is true. Bolt in job. Use the S-10 pitman arm. You'll love it.

 

[YaoGuaiCutlass]

Yes it is true. Bolt in job. Use the S-10 pitman arm. You'll love it.

Alright! Thanks!

 

[williamattop]

Is it true that you can swap a manual S10 steering box into a G-body? Yes.

You will gain some room under the hood and free up a little HP.

Not really worth it on a daily driver IMO. It sucks trying to turn at lower speeds or park in a lot.
If we are talking about a street/strip car, its not a bad idea.

 

[Micknol]

Will any other manual GM gear boxes work like one out of a nova

 

[JBreu]

Yup your neighbor is right. I did that swap a few years ago and am pleased.