Borgeson steering box quick question

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stingerdart1972

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Hey
Could someone tell me which port is the return and which is the feed... I put a X on the oneone closest to the steering wheel.

Thank you !!!
 
JoesEdge said:
I had the same question when I installed mine. They should put that in the instruction manual. Wait...they should have an instruction manual. lol
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Exactly...
there was definitely nothing easy with this installation either

1. My Dougs headers sucked had to heat #1 tube several times and prybar it clear of the steering box.
2. Had to remove the motor mount, battery box I figured and expected that anyhow.
3. One of the Borgeson box housing holes I had to slightly make bigger so the box would line up with the factory holes.
4. Had to tap and die that factory hole and bolt after the box didn't quite line up on the first, second and third attempt...till I figured out why the bolt wasn't threading.
5. The steering coupler was no easy task to get it on the box as it fit extremely super tight.
6. Some starting point with the steering wheel/ratio turns etc. heres where some instructions or manual would have helped.
7. Now I got to play with the steering wheel hopefully I can get it set straight cause the coupler is definitely not going to come off easy without swearing and bloody knuckles.

On the plus feels real tight on the steering very responsive and no slop like a plain Jane 1972 steering box is, now everything is fresh and newish on the front end.
 
stingerdart1972 said:
Exactly...
there was definitely nothing easy with this installation either

1. My Dougs headers sucked had to heat #1 tube several times and prybar it clear of the steering box.
2. Had to remove the motor mount, battery box I figured and expected that anyhow.
3. One of the Borgeson box housing holes I had to slightly make bigger so the box would line up with the factory holes.
4. Had to tap and die that factory hole and bolt after the box didn't quite line up on the first, second and third attempt...till I figured out why the bolt wasn't threading.
5. The steering coupler was no easy task to get it on the box as it fit extremely super tight.
6. Some starting point with the steering wheel/ratio turns etc. heres where some instructions or manual would have helped.
7. Now I got to play with the steering wheel hopefully I can get it set straight cause the coupler is definitely not going to come off easy without swearing and bloody knuckles.

On the plus feels real tight on the steering very responsive and no slop like a plain Jane 1972 steering box is, now everything is fresh and newish on the front end.
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Yes, the coupler is very very tight and I had a ***** of a time with the seal clamp thing too.

I didn't have too much other trouble because the whole K-Frame of was off. I was able to bolt it down on the bench.

My Dougs headers hits as well. I tried to give it a little dent, but really couldn't since the steering box was already in place. So I just left it as is and hoping for the best.

Yes, steering is very much improved. Although, it seems like it could use more pressure coming from the pump.
 
I would love to have one of these, but man, $800 clams is alot for a steering box.
 
I'm about to pull the trigger on a FirmFeel box, $359 seems a lot better.
 
For those of you purchased from me, thank you. When you do, I supply a diagram showing with ports are pressure and return.
If you did not purchase from me, Summit cannot give you the same advice that I can.
This box operates on much high pressures which sometimes cause stiff steering at low speeds. To remedy, I sell a specific pump with a higher relief pressure.
I understand 800 is a lot of $. However, it's a one time upgrade for positive on center steering. Rebuilt oe boxes cannot offer the precision feel and faster ratio of the modern box. You really can't compare the 2.
 
GMachineDartGT said:
For those of you purchased from me, thank you. When you do, I supply a diagram showing with ports are pressure and return.
If you did not purchase from me, Summit cannot give you the same advice that I can.
This box operates on much high pressures which sometimes cause stiff steering at low speeds. To remedy, I sell a specific pump with a higher relief pressure.
I understand 800 is a lot of $. However, it's a one time upgrade for positive on center steering. Rebuilt oe boxes cannot offer the precision feel and faster ratio of the modern box. You really can't compare the 2.
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Peter,
did purchase from you and there were no instructions in the box.... (2) yellow caps on the ports. No big deal I knew I'd get the info on here anyway.... But had to wait for it.

Was most Definitely not a drop in and bolt up unit, but I needed a new solution to the horrible feeble 70's steering unit.

Only drove the car for about 1/2 hour ....100% better ya
 
Good to hear. I do not print directions, they are emailed with your receipt.
The coupler cover is the same as the factory, which is why I offer the boot type which is much easier to deal with. Lastly, regarding headers, I have seen so many variants in height, its not fair to blame the box.
I just want to clear the air on any issues you may have so others don't avoid purchasing for the wrong reasons. I urge people to call me with any questions before creating a stir on the forum that leads to the incorrect conclusions.
 
GMachineDartGT said:
Good to hear. I do not print directions, they are emailed with your receipt.
The coupler cover is the same as the factory, which is why I offer the boot type which is much easier to deal with. Lastly, regarding headers, I have seen so many variants in height, its not fair to blame the box.
I just want to clear the air on any issues you may have so others don't avoid purchasing for the wrong reasons. I urge people to call me with any questions before creating a stir on the forum that leads to the incorrect conclusions.
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I still have the receipt and it's in PDF form ... there's nothing more than the bill
 
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