Topic: Power Steering Bolts

[Bossbill]

Another user asked me offline which PS bolts do I have. These are the flanged bolts that hold the pump to the aluminum bracket: 371041-S

It turns out there are two styles of these bolts. Both have a center drilled 'cone' and the markings R B W. However the size of lettering is different (see pic).
I'm showing the smaller R B W on my bolts but can't be sure mine are original.

[jwc66k]

Congratulations Bill. You have entered "The (Bolt) Twilight Zone". This is an example of the problems encountered when trying to document the different head markings on bolts. That particular bolt, 371041-S2, was used on 67 to 70 Mustangs (and possibly 71-73) exclusively for the power steering pump brackets in quantities of 1, 2 or 3, depending on engine, A/C or other variations. There could be assembly plant considerations as well.
I would say that if 2 or 3 were used, the head markings should match.
Jim

[Bossbill]

Yes, bolt matching  -- who knew that was a thing?

It could be the manufacturer had different plants, allowed other vendors to make them and identified them  by size or this a different year thing. Who knows?

It's really hard to photograph this area and unless others have documented their bolts i like the idea of using similar styles on one car .

[Bob Gaines]

I would use all the small RBW if it were my car.

[Bossbill]

I'll use the small ones!
Thanks to Jim and Bob.

[jwc66k]

I'll use the small ones!
Thanks to Jim and Bob.

Bill,
Do you have both types?
Jim

[Bossbill]

Jim,

Yes, I'm good, thanks.

[Kyle Zammit]

Hi,

Is the same bolt used were you adjust the bracket is like the other 3 RBW mark on the adjustable bracket and on the othe 3 RBW mark on the aluminium braket please?

Here is a picture to explain  :)better:

[jwc66k]

What year, (body style), engine, (plant), and other options.
Jim

[Kyle Zammit]

What year, (body style), engine, (plant), and other options.
Jim

It is a 67 Shelby GT500.
San Jose build  November-December 1966.

[jwc66k]

It is a 67 Shelby GT500.
San Jose build  November-December 1966.

Closer. This is one instance where the regular production "1967 Mustang Engine Assembly Manual" would be a good reference. If you haven't got a set, you should consider getting a set. That's where I would have to look up the answer to your question.
Jim