Conversions & Hybrids - Rack and Pinion in a 3rd Gen?




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BlueMagicSS
07-11-2010, 05:07 PM
Has anyone ran Rack and Pinion steering in a 3rd Gen? I'm starting my LS Swap and would actually prefer to have rack and pinion instead of the centerlink design. What would I have to do to run this? and which K Member would be best for it? I've been looking at the BMR Tubular with the LS1 Mounts. Thanks in Advance


TTLS1GP
07-11-2010, 09:35 PM
I used a spohn k-member with ls mounts on my project. Worked well. I purchased the one w/o spring perches (went coil over) and used a pinto style rack from an '86 Lincoln Mark VII. Worked well but I have to honest and say that I never finished the project and never tested the end product.

Pocket
07-12-2010, 08:51 AM
With the proper mounts and a custom steering shaft, everything works out

I used a manual Fiero rack on my 3rd gen drag project


BlueMagicSS
07-12-2010, 03:05 PM
I've seen manual racks but I would prefer a power rack since this will be a street/strip car.... if I can't find one I'll just stick to the Centerlink design...

Pocket
07-12-2010, 03:32 PM
The linkage design is actually better, albeit heavier

BlueMagicSS
07-12-2010, 03:34 PM
The linkage design is actually better, albeit heavier

I guess that's what I'll be sticking to then... Thanks!!