07-08-2019, 08:24 PM | #1 |
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1953 steering
Any thoughts on a low buck solution to the steering on a 53 convertible. So many cranks of the wheel to turn the darn thing. Is there a easily installed replacement steering box? What have others done?
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07-08-2019, 08:31 PM | #2 |
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Re: 1953 steering
The fewer number of turns on the wheel the more difficult it is to steer. If you are wanting "quicker" and easy steering you will need some type of power assist.
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07-09-2019, 06:49 AM | #3 |
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Re: 1953 steering
Understood. This thing has a steering wheel the size of a 55 gallon drum, lots of torque in the wheel alone. .
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07-09-2019, 02:31 PM | #4 |
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Re: 1953 steering
Yep, somewhat like steering a boat. If you go the power steering route I'm not familiar with what is the best setup for shoeboxes, some of the folks on here should be able to help.
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07-10-2019, 10:23 PM | #5 |
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Re: 1953 steering
Try electric power steering from a Saturn Vue, if you have converted to 12v
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07-11-2019, 07:30 AM | #6 |
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Re: 1953 steering
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