PSC SG688 XD2 Big-Bore Steering Box “Adventure Kit” Installation

PSC has developed the BIG BORE XD2 Steering Kits to be the ultimate steering upgrade package for Jeep JK/JKUs. All kits include PSCs' top of the line components including the BIG BORE XD2 Steering Gear, High-Performance Power Steering Pump, Remote Reservoir, High Pressure Hoses, Fluid Cooler, and 4 quarts of SWEPCO 715 Power Steering Fluid.
Since I don't plan on ever putting 40s on my Jeep, I opted to go with PSCs' Adventure Series Kit with Cylinder Assist™ capability. Meaning, that if I choose to, I can install the hydraulic ram for the ultimate steering system.
Given that this is the 3rd steering box I have installed, I am hoping that the 3rd time is the charm as they say. Will it go smoothly, or will it be the adventrue it's namesake advertises?
Watch my install video to find out!
Parts List:
- SG688 Big Bore XD Steering Gear
- Fluid Reservoir
- Fluid Cooler
- Fluid Anti-Splash Valve
- Serpentine Drive Belt
- Brackets
- Hoses & Shitty Chinese Fittings
- 4 QTS SWEPCO 715 Power Steering Fluid
Tools You will need for this install:
- 10mm Socket
- 13mm Socket
- 14mm Socket
- 18mm Socket
- 19mm Socket
- 22mm Socket
- 10mm Wrench
- 12mm Wrench
- 13mm Wrench
- 14mm Wrench
- 18mm Wrench
- 19mm Wrench
- 22mm Wrench
- 32mm Wrench
- Flat Blade Screwdriver
- Torque Wrench
- Loctite 567 or Permatex Hi-Temp Thread Lock
- Drill
- Dremel
- Body Panel Pliers
- Body Clips
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[@JeepTJay6]

I need a cup of hot chocolate just to get through this. Watching your breath is making me shiver lol! Good video. Hopefully somebody will sponsor you a space heater.

[@JustEmptyEveryPocket]

Us Canadians are a hearty bunch 😎

[@boomer6942]

Crazy install.

[@JustEmptyEveryPocket]

More crazy on the way! I ordered the Dynatrac Serious Performance ProRock 44/60 Axle-Set for my Jeep yesterday. Installing those along with Adam's drive shafts and will be swapping out my 35s for 37s :)

[@charlesboetel1324]

I am running that box with the oem pump, high steer, 37"s on a 13 jkur with good results.

[@JustEmptyEveryPocket]

I just upgraded to ProRock axles and 37s; that box is a beast.

[@charlesboetel1324]

Stick shift! Me too, but swapped in a tremc 4050 5 sp.

[@JustEmptyEveryPocket]

How was that swap btw?

[@Justaguy0420]

Hey man. I’ve got a ton of slop in my OEM steering. Like I can turn the wheel left and right by 8 inches and nothing will happen to the wheels. Does this kit address this issue? Do you know of anything I can do to fix this with the OEM equipment?

[@JustEmptyEveryPocket]

Your oem box is so done. Yes this will fix that. I just put Dynatrac axles in mine and drove 4500km to Moab. Drove like dream; 2 fingers on the wheel and no wondering on the highway. If you are planning on 40s you may want to go with the hydro assist option.

[@Justaguy0420]

@@JustEmptyEveryPocket Thanks for the reply. Yeah I figured as much. I plan on going 39s (ko2s) with dynatrac axles here shortly. Can I install the steering box you have for now and add the hydro assist later?
Thanks!

[@JustEmptyEveryPocket]

Yes; just leave the plugs in the box. Be sure to get the SG688R right away since you’re planning on going hydro. I was on the fence; can always port my SG688 later, but it handles my 37s with zero issues.