Rack and pinion

DC12VOLT · 2010-02-03, 17:38

I really want a rack and pinion setup (my dad says that's what I should invest in really) for my '71. I've seen a few Maverick-specific setups that were like $2,500 or something, and I really can't afford that. But there are TONS of rack and pinion Mustang II-style steering for Mustangs for way cheaper, and I was wondering how difficult it would be to adapt a Mustang one to my Mav, as well as what year of Mustang would be the easiest to adapt? I know both cars are based on the Falcon, so it shouldn't be too difficult, right?

Also: How hard would it be to steer the car if I took out the power steering? I know it's like turning the wheels while the car is off, but with rack and pinion and at speed, would it be very difficult to drive?

**rthomas771** · 2010-02-03, 17:50

Every cheaper kit I seen only gives you half the parts to complete the job. After buying the rest of the parts you have spent $2500. Rod & Custom is the best deal out there...everything is in the box. Other kits you will have to cut your car to fit their kit, with Rod & Custom the kit fits your car. Mustangs and Falcons are wider than a Maverick.

eburciaga · 2010-02-03, 17:50

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Originally Posted by DC12VOLT

I really want a rack and pinion setup (my dad says that's what I should invest in really) for my '71. I've seen a few Maverick-specific setups that were like $2,500 or something, and I really can't afford that. But there are TONS of rack and pinion Mustang II-style steering for Mustangs for way cheaper, and I was wondering how difficult it would be to adapt a Mustang one to my Mav, as well as what year of Mustang would be the easiest to adapt? I know both cars are based on the Falcon, so it shouldn't be too difficult, right?

Also: How hard would it be to steer the car if I took out the power steering? I know it's like turning the wheels while the car is off, but with rack and pinion and at speed, would it be very difficult to drive?

no its real easy im 17 but i would prefer the power steering

DC12VOLT · 2010-02-03, 17:53

Did you have a manual steering box? They have an easier ratio in them.

rthomas771: Can I get a link to that kit? I can't seem to find it.

**rthomas771** · 2010-02-03, 18:14

All R&C will be made to order. http://www.rcmotorsportsinc.com/

random hero · 2010-02-03, 18:16

rrs sells a kit that bolts right in, no fabrication needed

DC12VOLT · 2010-02-03, 18:21

The RRC kit is really expensive, that's why I'm talking about adapting a Mustang one...

Thanks, that Rod & Custom kit is definitely the way to go!

maverick maniac · 2010-02-03, 18:53

you can use the mustang II stuff but you need the hole front end .It will weld in
and is a lot cheaper way to go ,but again you need to use all the susp.parts off the
mustang II

**Craig Selvey** · 2010-02-03, 21:07

This is not a simple bolt in or weld in job. Not for an ameteur.

DC12VOLT · 2010-02-03, 21:16

I am aware of this, and my dad (the owner before the previous owner of the car, my brother) is going to help me, along with the Auto Shop teacher at my high school (lifts really help out).

2010-02-03, 17:38	#1
DC12VOLT Band Geek Join Date: 2010-01-28 Location: Everett, WA Posts: 188 Vehicle(s): Beige 1971 Maverick iTrader: 0 (0%)	Rack and pinion I really want a rack and pinion setup (my dad says that's what I should invest in really) for my '71. I've seen a few Maverick-specific setups that were like $2,500 or something, and I really can't afford that. But there are TONS of rack and pinion Mustang II-style steering for Mustangs for way cheaper, and I was wondering how difficult it would be to adapt a Mustang one to my Mav, as well as what year of Mustang would be the easiest to adapt? I know both cars are based on the Falcon, so it shouldn't be too difficult, right? Also: How hard would it be to steer the car if I took out the power steering? I know it's like turning the wheels while the car is off, but with rack and pinion and at speed, would it be very difficult to drive? Last edited by DC12VOLT; 2010-02-03 at 17:41. Reason: Adding another question to avoid double-post

2010-02-03, 17:50	#2
rthomas771 Senior Member Join Date: 2008-01-22 Location: McDonough, GA Posts: 5,152 Vehicle(s): '74 Maverick 250 Automatic. '60 Falcon V8 Toploader 9" iTrader: 24 (100%) Images: 14	Every cheaper kit I seen only gives you half the parts to complete the job. After buying the rest of the parts you have spent $2500. Rod & Custom is the best deal out there...everything is in the box. Other kits you will have to cut your car to fit their kit, with Rod & Custom the kit fits your car. Mustangs and Falcons are wider than a Maverick. __________________ Jeff in Georgia '74 Maverick Webpage

2010-02-03, 17:53	#4
DC12VOLT Band Geek Join Date: 2010-01-28 Location: Everett, WA Posts: 188 Vehicle(s): Beige 1971 Maverick iTrader: 0 (0%)	Did you have a manual steering box? They have an easier ratio in them. rthomas771: Can I get a link to that kit? I can't seem to find it. Last edited by DC12VOLT; 2010-02-03 at 17:57.

2010-02-03, 18:14	#5
rthomas771 Senior Member Join Date: 2008-01-22 Location: McDonough, GA Posts: 5,152 Vehicle(s): '74 Maverick 250 Automatic. '60 Falcon V8 Toploader 9" iTrader: 24 (100%) Images: 14	All R&C will be made to order. http://www.rcmotorsportsinc.com/ __________________ Jeff in Georgia '74 Maverick Webpage

2010-02-03, 18:16	#6
random hero 1972 ford maverick I6 Join Date: 2007-01-08 Location: hudson valley Posts: 488 Vehicle(s): 1972 maverick iTrader: 3 (80%) Images: 3	rrs sells a kit that bolts right in, no fabrication needed __________________ 1972 ford maverick 2 door 200 inline six...partial restoration priject/daily driver

2010-02-03, 18:21	#7
DC12VOLT Band Geek Join Date: 2010-01-28 Location: Everett, WA Posts: 188 Vehicle(s): Beige 1971 Maverick iTrader: 0 (0%)	The RRC kit is really expensive, that's why I'm talking about adapting a Mustang one... Thanks, that Rod & Custom kit is definitely the way to go! Last edited by DC12VOLT; 2010-02-03 at 18:39.

2010-02-03, 18:53	#8
maverick maniac Banned Join Date: 2009-03-12 Location: owensboro ky Posts: 892 Vehicle(s): 72 sprint v/8 3 grabbers 73 comet and a 77 comet race car iTrader: 21 (96%) Images: 4	you can use the mustang II stuff but you need the hole front end .It will weld in and is a lot cheaper way to go ,but again you need to use all the susp.parts off the mustang II

2010-02-03, 21:07	#9
Craig Selvey Indiana State Rep - MCCI Join Date: 2002-03-09 Location: Albany, Indiana Posts: 12,561 Vehicle(s): 1972 Maverick Grabber - Color: Orange Also, 1976 Ford Maverick 4-door, 1976 Ford LTD Station Wagon - Grabber Blue with Orange flames. Daily driver: 2005 Ford Focus SE Station Wagon iTrader: 198 (100%) Images: 431	This is not a simple bolt in or weld in job. Not for an ameteur. __________________ Craig's Maverick Corral: http://www.maverickcorral.com To email me DIRECTLY, do NOT click on my name to the left and choose an option, instead, email me DIRECTLY at:

2010-02-03, 21:16	#10
DC12VOLT Band Geek Join Date: 2010-01-28 Location: Everett, WA Posts: 188 Vehicle(s): Beige 1971 Maverick iTrader: 0 (0%)	I am aware of this, and my dad (the owner before the previous owner of the car, my brother) is going to help me, along with the Auto Shop teacher at my high school (lifts really help out).

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