Alternatives/Suggestions Lack of power steering?

My 2 cents.

When I got my 68 it had PS. While still in CA (e-bay purchase) I topped up the PS fluid and within a few miles, (no exaggeration) it leaked out again. Drove it home w/o the belt and kept it that way for 4 years or so. I was gradually gathering parts to do a 73-76 K frame swap and when I finally did it, I replaced the PS stuff with an original 16:1 manual box and column. (the manual column is longer) I was so happy to get thet heavy, slimy, cast iron lump, hoses, and pump outta there! It's a little tough at low speeds but it's great when moving.

I'm guessing it's the slow ratio that you don't like, standard is 24:1! 5.5 turns lock to lock. 16:1 is about 3.5 turns, quicker but takes more effort at low speeds.

1. Mopar Performance used to sell a 20:1 ratio chuck. Last I saw they were about $200. (Mancini's may have them) If you can find one, just take the 24:1 guts out and replace with the 20:1 parts. The story I heard is they were developed for Nascar.

2. Flaming River sells brand new 16:1 manual boxes that just bolt in place of the one you have now. (well over $400 now but they were cheaper when first intoduced)

3. Send your box to a Mopar after market vendor to have the ratio quickened. http://www.firmfeel.com/ is one and http://www.steerandgear.com/ is another.