anyone running a unisteer rack and pinion?

I just installed the uni-steer in to that 71 Cuda. Installation was easy, till you get to the exhaust. Hooker super comps dont fit. Uni-Steer says TTIs do, TTI says even they need some tube dings and its still going to be tight. I really want this car out of my shop. Its becoming a nightmare and I dont see it ending well....