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- 1973 Q code Mach 1
So as I am knee deep in projects including a build of a 1928 Ford Model A Tudor I am always looking for new options.
I am putting in a front suspension out of a C-4 and was thinking of using a manual Mustang rack to deal with crossmember/frame width mismatches.
Out of curiosity I looked up the 2015 Mustang Rack and Pinion unit as it drives very nicely in my daily driver. Dimensionally, it is spot on for what I need-
but the assist appears to be an electrically powered hydraulic pump. I am certain there is more to it in the steering column or somewhere as it must get a signal to allow the variable effect and the ability to push a button to change the amount of assist (three levels from the factory)
I'm just a little stumped as to whether I can make that portion work well enough to try and use it.
The entire R&P unit is only 499.95 which while not cheap, is certainly a fair price for the part if I can make it work.
Anyone here have a suggestion as to how to make the electrical side work besides a potentiometer on the dash?
I am putting in a front suspension out of a C-4 and was thinking of using a manual Mustang rack to deal with crossmember/frame width mismatches.
Out of curiosity I looked up the 2015 Mustang Rack and Pinion unit as it drives very nicely in my daily driver. Dimensionally, it is spot on for what I need-
but the assist appears to be an electrically powered hydraulic pump. I am certain there is more to it in the steering column or somewhere as it must get a signal to allow the variable effect and the ability to push a button to change the amount of assist (three levels from the factory)
I'm just a little stumped as to whether I can make that portion work well enough to try and use it.
The entire R&P unit is only 499.95 which while not cheap, is certainly a fair price for the part if I can make it work.
Anyone here have a suggestion as to how to make the electrical side work besides a potentiometer on the dash?