rack and pinion on stock style c-member?
 

has anyone got any pics of this setup at all? i realize theres lots of options with the dropmember and all, but i just dont have that kind of loot. and i searched and read around, but found nothing. if theres a relatively 'easy' (i know nothing is easy) way to do it id appreciate any info. thanks!

Re: rack and pinion on stock style c-member?
 

Any of the ones I've come across on the web are 1-off set-ups. I've yet to see anything commercially available except for Porter's 'Dropmember'.

Re: rack and pinion on stock style c-member?
 

One of the issues is the lower a frame hits the Tbird or pinto rack mount. I had to modify my stock A frame to clear. If you used tube style id may be ok.
The other issue is getting the rack back far eniugh so the tie rods are straight. I had to cut back the rounded part in the front so it was straight across the front.

Re: rack and pinion on stock style c-member?
 

The third problem is the rack shaft. I had to rework the motor mounts . set it up higher and carve our a spot for the ujoint to fit. Once you get past that its a sweet deal. You will need a pressure regulator from Hieht's for a gm pump to Tbird or ford rack. some ujoint and 3/4" stte rod to make the shafts with. test fit with 3/4" wood dowl stock. Its cheaper and easier.

Re: rack and pinion on stock style c-member?
 

Nice install, did you line up the ETO rack's pivots w/ the 2 control arm cross shafts?

Re: rack and pinion on stock style c-member?
 

wow.. that looks pretty good, but i dont know if i wanna cut and modify that much stuff... maybe if i get a few extra front clips ill give it a shot. i appreciate the reply!