Manual Rack and Pinion install on 1940 coupe

[40desoto]

Im thinking of installing a rack and pinion steering system on my 1940 Desoto.  From what I've researched it appears that most front end suspension on Plymouths, Dodge, Chrysler cars from the 40's are similar.

Wondering if anyone has done this on a 40 using the manual (non-power) kit. and keeping the flat six in the car.

 One negative that I've researched is that the turning radius may be limited with the R&P install.

[Sniper]

This topic covers the swap of a power Cavalier rack, same issues as a manual one, same solutions

 

 

[40desoto]

Thank You Sniper, wondering if anyone has done the non-power one and how they liked it?  specifically the limited turning radius based on what I read.

[Sniper]

Scott made new steering arms to address the limited turning radius.  Now as for the effort involved, I dunno.

 

I've also seen others make an adapter plate that moves the stock steering arm one hole forward, towards the front bumper.  Ill see if I can find that

 

It's in the thread I already linked, lol.

 

 

[James_Douglas]

If a car is converted to 12 volts, I would look into the EPAS performance electric power assist and keep the thing more stock...

 

James

[Bob Riding]

9 hours ago, 40desoto said:

Thank You Sniper, wondering if anyone has done the non-power one and how they liked it?  specifically the limited turning radius based on what I read.

Just sent you a PM.

[junkers72]

This is a pic of Scotty t ‘s p15 manual rack . It’s from an old thread he posted years ago titled Not for the Purists 

[Sniper]

Here's a link to the thread if it will help

 

 

[40desoto]

On 12/31/2022 at 8:42 AM, James_Douglas said:

If a car is converted to 12 volts, I would look into the EPAS performance electric power assist and keep the thing more stock...

 

James

Thanks James, I'll look into that