The 5/8 forward didn't save or destroy me, as far as steering clearance.. the only advantage was firewall to 6.4 intake clearance. In return, my header to Borgeson box clearance went mmbye bye. I switched to 73 up steering components, which cured 99.9 of all steering clearance issues. I still just barely touch at full right. I plan to add a stop after some suspension and brake upgrades, if needed. For now, I'm just conscious of it.
SOmething to note.. I did try setting the motor down low, for wiper motor clearance. If it were raised a little, the steering might squeak by. Plus spool mounts might set it a little different.