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Old 01-19-2022, 11:38 AM   #2051
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Re: My 50 roadster pickup build

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Originally Posted by OutlawDrifter View Post
Jim, while I don't run a rack & pinion, we used a pressure reducing kit on my buddy's Fairmont swap project. The LS pump needs to be turned down so it doesn't blow the seals out. I'm not familiar with the valve you mentioned. Something like this:

https://www.scramspeed.com/products/...ction-kit.html
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Originally Posted by youngrodder View Post
Glad you had an easy first drive other than the shifting set back.

I used a Borgeson pressure reducer in mine.
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/b...SABEgJ5IvD_BwE

With this power steering reducer, it contains 5 different shim/washers each one reducing the power.

No Shims 1350PSI
1 Shim 1200PSI
2 Shims 1100PSI
3 Shims 1000PSI
4 Shims 850PSI
5 Shims 700PSI

I'm thinking you could fine tune it to your liking. I forget how many shims I used. Thinking 3 or 4 but its been a minute since I added it. At only $16 bucks and some of your time it might be worth a try.

Marc
Thanks Outlaw and Marc, that's what I need. Ordered the Borgeson unit. Will let you know, when I get it installed...Jim
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