Borgeson Install
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From: Sierra Foothills CA
Burning Brakes
Joined: May 2008
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From: Middleburg Florida
Thanks danc24, I’ve been wondering if this would fit on a BB car with headers. I called Borgeson, they sent me a sheet that showed the dimension from the mounting face to the inner most dimension (the part of the box that’s nearest the headers) and then verified over the phone as well. It’s supposed to be 2 1/2” from the frame rail to the innermost part of the box, so like yours it’ll be tight but should go. Next on my to do list for sure!
Drifting
Joined: May 2005
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From: Lake Arrowhead - Georgia > 72 Base Coupe & 74 BB Roadster
Couple of questions ...
Will this upgrade work on a stock 74 Big Block?
For those who have actually installed the upgrade ... Is the upgrade an improvement over the stock station wagon steering system ?
I appreciate any input.....
PS.....I guess I should have read through to the end......looks like it will work fine with stock exhaust!
Will this upgrade work on a stock 74 Big Block?
For those who have actually installed the upgrade ... Is the upgrade an improvement over the stock station wagon steering system ?
I appreciate any input.....
PS.....I guess I should have read through to the end......looks like it will work fine with stock exhaust!
Last edited by fotyfobravo; Jan 23, 2014 at 10:16 PM.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Feb 2011
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From: Southern NH
I think i'm going to install the U-joint on mine this year, I don't like how close the rag joint gets to my headers.
also, my rag joint came loose once already, even though I have blue loc-tite on all the fasteners. has anyone else had the problem? I noticed a knocking noise when turning, and immediately checked the rag joint.
also, my rag joint came loose once already, even though I have blue loc-tite on all the fasteners. has anyone else had the problem? I noticed a knocking noise when turning, and immediately checked the rag joint.
Drifting
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From: Lake Arrowhead - Georgia > 72 Base Coupe & 74 BB Roadster
I've COMPLETELY rebuilt the entire steering system, valve, power rod, all rubber, ball joints. Rod ends, idler / pitman arms and it still wanders l & r so bad you cannot exceed about 60 mpg. I think the original box is just worn out. I'm ready to go to the Borgenson. I'm afraid to replace the stock box and find it doesn't fix!
Burning Brakes
Joined: Oct 2011
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From: McDonough Georgia
I've COMPLETELY rebuilt the entire steering system, valve, power rod, all rubber, ball joints. Rod ends, idler / pitman arms and it still wanders l & r so bad you cannot exceed about 60 mpg. I think the original box is just worn out. I'm ready to go to the Borgenson. I'm afraid to replace the stock box and find it doesn't fix!
But Borgeson is the way to go. I wasted my money rebuilding the stock system.
Just my honest opinion.
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From: Sierra Foothills CA
Just ordered mine from Drew for $569.93 plus tax, with free shipping. Looks like I'll have something to do pretty soon- fingers crossed on fitting it in with my headers. Thanks qwank! 
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From: San Jose CA
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Instructor
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From: Swansea Illinois
Have been following along and finally bought the kit from borgsen for my 72 SB corvette. Think i have the idea but one thing i only saw mention of but nothing concrete is with the hoses there are 3 brass fitting that it ssys replaces orings but i dont remember any orings so where exactly do they go and whats the way to do it? Are all 3 needed?
Racer
Joined: Mar 2014
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From: Easton Massachusetts
Have been following along and finally bought the kit from borgsen for my 72 SB corvette. Think i have the idea but one thing i only saw mention of but nothing concrete is with the hoses there are 3 brass fitting that it ssys replaces orings but i dont remember any orings so where exactly do they go and whats the way to do it? Are all 3 needed?
Instructor
Joined: Aug 2013
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From: Swansea Illinois
You will need two for the steering box. They convert an O-ring fitting to a flared fitting that are on your new hoses. I have a new pump and didnt need an adapter for that but you may. One of the brass adapters I had to tap in to get it to seat, the other one went in easy. Tighten your hoses down real good so you have no leaks.
Thanks!
Racer
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From: Easton Massachusetts
When you remove the hose from the pump and if it's a flared fitting then you won't need the adapter.
Drifting
Joined: Mar 1999
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From: Oxford CT
Make sure you put the adapters in the steering box before you install it in the car. If you have to press in any of the adapters they are hard to get at when the box is in the car.
Instructor
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From: Swansea Illinois
Thanks. I was also thinking since I am putting the rebuilt pump in I would hook the hoses up there first and maybe try to start them in the box as well before I mount the pump. Alternator is off and exhaust pipes are off and thinking of removing the exhaust manifold if it would help. (Automatic so not clutch linkage to worry with) Any thoughts on all that?