[Novette_71]

Guys,

I have a 1971 Nova. The end of the steering column is basically a round plate. On this plate you normally mount the steering coupler, which has an inner diameter of 0,787 inch. I think it is 36 splines.

But since my steering is not orginal I have the problem of connecting things.

I have a Quick Ratio Steering Rack which came with the Wayne Due Chassis subframe. Lock to Lock is about 2.2 revs, it is a powersteering. I would identify this as a Mustang steering rack from the look.

Now Bary from flaming River said there should be a 3/4 -36 on the steering rack. I measure 0,728" inch outer diameter, thats not exactly 3/4".

I do understand i could put a U-coupler on the mustang rack, then a shaft, but what will i put then ? how does the connection to my steering coloumn look like ?

Would I put a short piece of shaft into the original coupler and put a u-joint exactly in front of it ? What would be the right shaft if I do so ? 13/16" ? That is the closest to 0,787".

If anyone knows please advise.

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