Straight axle steering

[Trucknut57]

Denee007, Check out this link to see how the Saginaw PS is installed.

http://www.classicperform.com/power2.htm

[Denee007]

Thanks, that's a great writeup and I've also watched on Orrrie's build thread of how he did this setup. Orrie has his own unique ways of making things work! I suppose the saginaw is a proven way for good power steering. I think when one's in the market, just need to weigh out all the choices and make the best choice for their needs. I'm torn between the 3 of these darned things! lol I'd like to see what mgbmike has to say about installing a crown vic front end, and that will probably make one of these 3 powersteering choices look very good! ; )

Originally Posted by Trucknut57

Denee007, Check out this link to see how the Saginaw PS is installed.

http://www.classicperform.com/power2.htm

[Gene Sharp]

I have a 58 short bed I saved from the crusher
Am making it into a useable truck
I am useing a power assist steering setup from CPP
along with a rebuilt steering box
I cut the steering shaft and used an IDIT column
Is not the most modern setup but will be fine for normal driving
and all is a simple bolt on
I dont need rack and pinion or something very complicted


Gene Sharp

[Russell Ashley]

I'm using the Saginaw setup from CPP on my 57. I like it so far but it will limit your wheel and tire options. I have eight inch Corvette wheels with four inch back spacing and 235/75/15 tires. They don't rub but come within a quarter inch from touching the box when I turn completely to the right. I don't think I could run a larger tire.