What belt should i use to delete the ps pump

[Fastorange]

In my sled truck, i am hanging over 1500lbs on the front end and turning it, isn't very fun.. I had an e locker but it broke so i just welded the front diff.. Has anyone ever used a 12 volt hydraulic pump to steer the pulling rig? And if so, did you delete the power steering pump and run a shorter belt? And if so what belt do you use? Thanks...

 

[ikeG]

You will have to get your setup done and then mock your old one up to decide how many inches shorter you need. A good parts counter guy can narrow down to length on the correct rib count belt without looking up a specific vehicle. Might take a couple trips to get it right.

 

[duramaxzak]

I use a 12V hydraulic pump with my stock steering box, works good! I ended up making a new bracket for my dual fueler that mounts pump where the A/C pump used to mount, than used a piece of string to get a estimate on belt length.

 

[jdlover1]

I routed the tape measure around the pulleys. Motor was on engine stand so that made it easier.

 

[Fastorange]

I have no clue why i cant steer.. I thought maybe the slide collor was trashed, but it looks good.. I think maybe its just the over all weight and the 12 inch wide wheels

 

[WVRigrat05]

Mine didn't want to steer with a 300 lb bumper loan yet 1500