Quick Ratio Steering??

[nevada]

so my 72 C20 has power disc brakes and a/c but still has manual steering....I checked out brothers truck parts, even called them...they have a power steering conversion package. I asked if the new gear box is quick ratio , they said no.

Should i keep looking for quick ratio box? seems to make sense to me with power I dont need as many turns from steering stop to stop and I would think it would be more precise with less play?

am I on the right track or just buy their conversion kit? are all kits equal? which company offers best package?

[Bigdav160]

From what you describe I think this steering box would meet your requirements. It's a more modern design Delphi that has a nice center feel.

[ryans69chevy]

RedHead steering gears are good to deal with. Probably on the more expensive side though. Not sure if they have pumps though... Pretty sure they could build you a quick ratio steering gear.

[67/Heaven]

Originally Posted by Bigdav160

From what you describe I think this steering box would meet your requirements. It's a more modern design Delphi that has a nice center feel.

I bought a CPP kit with that steering box from Summit Racing. Very happy with the kit it included everything except the pulleys. I did note that my turning radius is not as tight as it used to be but aside from that it is a sweet steering box.

[davepl]

Not quite related but I have two 1969 Pontiacs B-Bodies, one with variable ratio and one with constant ratio, and you can sure tell a difference!

I have the Saginaw 500 box in my 69 Camaro and love it there. My steering box is actually in good shape but if I had to replace it, that's the way I'd go. Much more modern feel.