I imagine that you've actually tried using a 60s 340 driver on an early A with P/S. According to T-Rex (FABO member), "If U use power steering, U will have to grind steering box and the manifold at the pipe flange....if U use std steering, U good to go!!"
But again, I have never done it myself. I believe T-Rex also had the manifold cut at a 7 degree angle where it mates against the engine. I never saw the installation myself so I can only go by what I have read here on FABO. Also, if you have motor mounts that raise the engine higher than stock (schumaker mounts) then the interference (at the steering box) in minimized.
I prefer that the volunteer in this experiment have standard steering and no column shift.
PS - Thanks for your input!!
Treblig
