A 1974 Duster - My 2nd one, 41 years later!
So...the install of the 408, Schmocker conversion mounts, and the Dougs headers is done. As you might remember I modified the slant 6 K member as per Schmocker instructions...and have to say the Schmocker kit worked perfectly. What was the biggest issue during install was the OEM Power steering gear. We could not get the thing in while leaving the gear in place. So...the OEM gear was removed and everything fit in nicely. What to do? I decided to sh!tcan the OEM PS gear and ordered a new Borgeson 14 to 1 gear. It is a lot smaller, weighs a lot less and will make the PS a lot tighter, and best of all...is supposed to fit great with the Dougs headers. I will be using the Bergman Auto Craft direct fit steering box coupler. All this was ordered today. By all means not a cheap way to go, but nothing I have done with this build has been the cheap way....so what the heck new modern PS gear to be installed. Here is a few links about the Borgeson/Bergman set up:
1962-82 Mopar Steering Box Upgrade With Borgeson
Bergman Auto Craft - Home of the Modern Muscle Car