If you work on vintage GM vehicles or collect original service material, these two factory-issued manuals from 1972 get straight to the point—technical, practical, and original.
What’s Inside These Manuals:
This set includes two official service guides from the Saginaw Steering Gear Division of General Motors, covering drive shafts and power steering systems in passenger cars and light trucks.
You’ll get detailed diagrams, diagnostic charts, torque specs, disassembly procedures, and repair instructions.
Both manuals are complete and packed with practical content:
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Power Steering Systems (Manual No. 201): 44 pages
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Drive Shafts (Manual No. 208): 28 pages
Expect detailed procedures for teardown, inspection, and installation—just like a mechanic in 1972 would have used.
Specifications:
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Publisher: General Motors Corporation, Saginaw Steering Gear Division
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Language: English
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Pages: 44 (Power Steering), 28 (Drive Shafts)
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Size: Each manual measures 11 x 9 x 0.5 inches
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Genre: Automotive Repair Manual
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Publication Year: 1972
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Binding: Softcover
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Condition Notes: These softcover manuals are in solid shape for their age. Some wear to the covers, with the Drive Shaft manual showing the previous owner’s name written in pen. Interiors are clean and legible, no missing pages.
Why These Matter:
Whether you’re restoring a vintage car, collecting GM memorabilia, or stocking your garage with real-deal documentation, these manuals are a smart pickup. No fluff—just technical facts direct from the source.
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