Okay, got two questions here.

 

First: What parts do I need to scavenge off what years/trim levels to convert my 86 GL 4x4 carb'd EA82 wagon w/ AC and manual steering, to having power steering?

All I can think of is the pump, rack/pinion and assoc. parts, and a new belt or two.

 

Second: Where is the easiest place to go through the firewall with wiring for a pair/trio of lights? I've tried on either side of the center console with zero luck, too much stuff crammed into those little areas and with how thick the firewall is there due to unibody and whatnot...

i would check the hole on the passenger side again cus i was able to fit my cb antenna wire and and some other wires through there no problem so i dont see why you wouldnt be able to

 

First: What parts do I need to scavenge off what years/trim levels to convert my 86 GL 4x4 carb'd EA82 wagon w/ AC and manual steering, to having power steering?

All I can think of is the pump, rack/pinion and assoc. parts, and a new belt or two.

 

 

You need the bracket for the pump too. but it is a pretty easy conversion.

 

 

Let me know if you wanna get rid of the old manual steering rack. I could use one.

Don't forget the engine pulleys for the belts to run off as well.

Thanks guys. Now I know what to look for at the local JY!

 

And as far as the conversion goes, is it really as simple as pulling the manual parts and re-installing the power assisted components?

 

GLoyale: Where are you located? I'm reasonably sure that my manual rack is pretty much toast. It feels REALLY weird and jerky after doing any sort of off roading....but hey, it's yours for the price of shipping unless you're close enough for pick up.

 

 

And I have a question on lights.

 

I'm having difficulties deciding between the Hella 500FF and the 700FF. Theyre both pretty reasonably priced kits as far as I can tell and the only difference is that the 700s are a larger diameter light. And, I can afford the extra $10 to get the 700s over the 500s, but is it worth the amount of airflow into the radiator that they'll block? According to Hella's website they are "13% larger than the 500FF"

 

Or am I worrying over nothing?