K-Member / Rack & Pinion Steering Suggestions

DionR said

That seems like a huge exaggeration to me. If anything, I would guess that the Reilly kit isn’t much lighter compared to an OEM k-frame setup and similar in weight to a QA1 k-frame. And the HDK is probably similar in weight to the stock setup when the full hoop setup is included. But just my guess. Maybe you meant 12 pounds? Anything to back up that 120+ pound savings?

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For what it is worth, years ago I compared a manual rack / no sway bar HDK with complete coil over package / upper shock mounts / support hoops to OEM K-frame / manual box steering assembly / no sway with 318 torsion bars.......The HDK was 29.8 lbs lighter. My goal was to compare as equivalent as possible. I will get the scales out Monday to compare a power rack to the OEM power box (got both on the shelf) .....my bet is another 20lbs lighter minimum.

I purposely did not include sway bars / brake packages / P/S pumps or anything else that can be modified / lightened regardless of suspension.

The fact that I own OEM suspension and HDK packaged Dusters should tell you...... (like Jesus) I love them all, Hot Rodding 101....do what YOU want, based on what you have to spend and for me personally, what I can do different from everybody else. I'm just look at something and think...what if I did it this way. I know, it is a disease.

I have spoken to many and once they told me their budget and what they were wanting, advised them to rebuild, update, and beef up the OEM. Last thing I want to see is a 60's-70's Mopar sitting in the corner with a new suspension (of any kind / brand)...but collecting dust because there is no money remaining to even get it running.

And a big humble "Thank You" to all....love all the ideas and input.....I learn something new all the time.