64 barracuda manual steering

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64cudaV8

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What is a good budget manual steering box to replace my old worn out one? I hear of the different ratios etc.. Whats the best ratio to go with and what is the P/N of that particular ratio? I have the stock front end and column. Thanks in advanced!
 
This question has bothered me in my build. A 16:1 would be a blast to drive thru the curves, but increased difficulty at low speeds and parking. A 20:1 might be a good compromise, but is it worth the $500? In the end, I decided to stick with my stock 24:1, mostly based on the fact my car will be a cruiser. I can always upgrade later. I say decide what your driving priorities are and how much physical effort you are willing to put into steering your car and you will have your answer.
 
clifftt said:
This question has bothered me in my build. A 16:1 would be a blast to drive thru the curves, but increased difficulty at low speeds and parking. A 20:1 might be a good compromise, but is it worth the $500? In the end, I decided to stick with my stock 24:1, mostly based on the fact my car will be a cruiser. I can always upgrade later. I say decide what your driving priorities are and how much physical effort you are willing to put into steering your car and you will have your answer.
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the least amount of force at low speeds as possible. the stock box is 24:1?
 
ok, thanks I'll order a stock replacement box then. Mine has so much free play it borders dangerous. The adjustment screw is almost all the way in. I haven't touched the screw. It was already like that when I bought it.
 
Or for about 200 drop it off at a rebuilders and get it fixed. On the manual boxes that I have done, that has been some of the best money spent.
 
I got a brand new unit for 260$ We shall see how it works.
 
64cudaV8 said:
I got a brand new unit for 260$ We shall see how it works.
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I am also looking for a steering box, where did you order yours and which one did you end up getting? Was it hard to replace it?

PM Sent.
 
Just installed a 20:1 ratio worm in my manual steering box in May. I like it over the 24:1 that came out of it, but a 16:1 would be way to hard on my shoulders.
 
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