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Old 01-13-2024, 03:11 PM   #6
mr48chev
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Re: power steering with stock suspension?

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Originally Posted by nvrdone View Post
I thought about using a c10 box with a cross steer The problem I found is that the cross steer link would hit the springs even with a stock height axle. I'm sure there is a way to do it , but it may take alot of work.
I'm beginning to understand why there are so many IFS kits being used now.
That has been my concern. I figured that I would have to start with a left side steering arm used on the right hand side facing forward. The drag link would go above the springs.

My original plan was to use a steering box behind the axle and run the drag link across to either the right hand steering arm or use a Jeep tie rod end with a new tie rod. The jeep tie rod end shown in the second image.

This is for a Model A /32 ford drawing wise but the concept is the same.

A Vega box isn't strong enough for an AD truck but the Nova/Camaro/chevelle size box is. Still it is a tight fit and one might have to mount the box and then build the motor mount around it.

Studebaker actually used cross steer on their early 50's pickups.
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