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12-23-2015, 09:37 AM
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power rack
Before I go any further with my build, is a power rack and pinion worth the added expense? Is the handling that much better?
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12-23-2015, 01:18 PM
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Location: Martinsburg, WV
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Re: power rack
The steering is more precise and it tends to wander less.
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12-24-2015, 03:26 AM
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Location: Louisville,Ky
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Re: power rack
Going from a steering box to a rack yeah thats worth the money.Power or not is up to you,If its just a driver i would go power.
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12-25-2015, 09:28 AM
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Re: power rack
if you need a full rebuild on your steering components and a new gearbox its close in price.
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12-31-2015, 11:53 AM
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Location: Edmond, OK
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Re: power rack
I know there are full kits out there with a new crossmember and a new rack but does anyone sell something to retrofit our own rack onto the truck?
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01-01-2016, 12:53 AM
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Location: Louisville,Ky
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Re: power rack
The cheapest rack and pinion kit i know of is http://nolimit.net/products#!/C-10-P...tegory=6157532
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01-01-2016, 10:26 AM
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Re: power rack
I think Flaming River sells a bolt on rack and pinion
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01-02-2016, 03:21 AM
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Re: power rack
tjc they do but price their kit its not cheap at all.
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01-05-2016, 04:58 PM
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Location: Wyanet, IL
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Re: power rack
Unisteer makes a bolt in power rack setup, that requires NO welding at all. Very simple to install.
I also happen to have one for sale here... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=693660
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02-03-2016, 09:46 PM
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Location: Gold Canyon, AZ
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Re: power rack
I have been reading this thread researching R&P for my 72. Looks like unisteer and LMC are selling the same bolt on kit for around $1650. Even use the same picture. Looks pretty good if you have a couple of grand to spend.
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02-03-2016, 11:07 PM
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Location: Gold Canyon, AZ
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Re: power rack
Summit has this same kit, I think it is from unisteer, for even less. Guess I'll keep looking as the price keeps getting better. Would really like to have a R&P for my 72!!!!
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02-04-2016, 03:58 AM
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Join Date: Dec 2014
Location: Yerington, NV
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Re: power rack
Anyone know if there are any good swaps / donor vehicles out there, to get a used unit out of? Are they easy to check to make sure a used unit would be safe? I've never installed a rack set up but am also thinking about it if there is a good way to do it for about half the price.
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02-04-2016, 09:34 AM
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Location: Edmond, OK
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Re: power rack
I've found several vehicles that I think would be good donors but does anyone know where we can find just the mounting bracket?
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02-07-2016, 11:25 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2013
Location: Gold Canyon, AZ
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Re: power rack
I'm interested in the unisteer rack in this post. How did it work out for you. Has it held up for you. Any follow up would be great. I know the thread is sort of old but hoping someone has some info. Thanks
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