That was a very informative write up on the power steering issues. Thanks Roger, I believe that is exactly why my rack and pinion are so sensitive. Move the steering wheel a 1/4 inch and it changes lanes. Maybe not quite that bad, but it is challenging. Now I will start looking for some way to fix it.
It isn't a huge deal but last year I got on the car very hard going to play golf and had to use both lanes of the road to keep it straight. So, needless to say, I am concerned about drag racing at full speed.
Ok final update on the engine performance. Took a break at lunch today and re-set my timing. At idle with the prom chip out I was running 22* OUCH. Now re-set to 10* BTDC. HOLY CRAP she is sweet.
So recap fixed computer wiring issue and she'll turn 6250 rpm.
Re-set timing to correct spec and she's a screamer. I'll have to do a 0-60 and maybe an 1/8 mile time.
It's amazing how much difference an engine can run with some simple timing changes. Thanks for all your help and tip with this.
I'll keep yall updated on the front suspension. I'll start that this weekend.
You read my mind Patrick those are the exact springs I just ordered. I've printed the alignment sheet but that was the specs I got from car daze.
That cool looks like im on the right track. Thanks for the confirmation it's good to know that they work.
UCA drop done. Not to hard after the springs are out. Had to dimple the inner just a touch to clear the grease zert. Ready to reassemble as soon as the coils get here.
If anyone wants to do this modification I have the template and correct size drill bit. Open to any paid club members.
(Membership has its privileges)
No anti-squeak pads on the spring perch? Most come new with rubber pads that attach using holes in the perch. I've seen those break and seem worthless these days. Poor rubber. I use fender mounting anti-squeak (used on older cars and trucks) and is the same material I've made the shock-tower brace hose hangers from and glue it in the same places where the rubber normally is. That'll never wear out. I'll send you over a enough to make pads. Clean the surfaces good and use the 3M weatherstrip adhesive and glue them on. I'll try to get it in the mail tomorrow.
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