I just wanted to take time to thank all those who responded with answers to
my T5 tranny questions. The general consensus was to find a shifter from a
GM vehicle, such as the S10. That shouldn't be too hard.
I just received Roger Williams book and have read the steering section
several times but still have questions. I am converting a 73B, with a Buick
215 and T5 tranny already purchased.
It seems like Roger Williams definitely recommends that I change the front
crossmember, steering rack & pinion, and steering shaft to a RB model. BUT
he also mentions that it is possible to use the existing crossmember in
conjunction with a modified steering shaft. Is one way easier than the
other? Is there a cost advantage? The only places I've seen advertise the
modified steering shafts have been on the other side of the pond, and none
listed the cost involved in such a change. I understand what is involved
with the additional U Joints , etc. but don't have any idea of a price.
Is there a general consensus of what is the easiest way to do the steering
modifications of a chrome bumpered model?
Thanks again for all the help,
Glenn
trying to do as much preplanning as possible before actually doing the work
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