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Old 09-20-2018, 04:10 PM
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Thanks all for your input; heres a few pics and some info:
the pivot points for the front lower A arms are 19" apart. In my reasonable level of online digging I haven't found steering racks that are close to that unless you go to a custom setup. which I am willing to do, if I have to.

This beast is 20+ years old, built locally here in Vancouver BC by a small builder called Can-Am. I'm 6'7" 240+ lbs so this car works for me: 4" x2" frame with perimeter raisl means I sit between frame rails so my head is actually below the windshield. If that wasnt the case I'd probably sell it. Always loved the JBL for its built details and suspension. But, even if I wanted to sell mine I cant with the way it is now.
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Thanks all for your input; heres a few pics and some info:
the pivot points for the front lower A arms are 19" apart. In my reasonable level of online digging I haven't found steering racks that are close to that unless you go to a custom setup. which I am willing to do, if I have to.
The Flaming River FR1502 4X4 is about 20.5" between inner pivots. That might be OK, depending on how high your steering arm is. Otherwise, you're stuck with a custom racing rack. Generally they're not the best for the street, and the pinion usually comes out at the mid-point.

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Do you have pics with the wheels off and the suspension parts exposed? Might help with the suggestions. I think the suggestion of the FR 1502 rack is excellent. Certainly will help with dealing with the bump steer for a start. May need to fabricate some new mounts to locate the unit in a different location to bring it in line with with spindle steering arms.
What spindles are you running now?
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