The rack and pinion conversion is really getting complicated. There's just too much other work to be done to try and tackle it too. So I'm going to bypass the AC and avoid that hassle.
Luckily I think I found a factory A/C delete bracket, part number 4627207AB (~$40)
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This pic shows the interference and the circled bolts is were the new bracket should mount.
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