Header rubbing steering shaft....
#16
Re: Header rubbing steering shaft....
I have the same problem. Actually, after rebuilding the engine and throwing in a pair of poly motor mounts, the column was rubbing on my header during turns. Not sure what I am going to do.
I have the rag joint eliminator from Unbalanced Engineering ($35) which is a nice piece. So I don't want an LS1 steering column.
I have the rag joint eliminator from Unbalanced Engineering ($35) which is a nice piece. So I don't want an LS1 steering column.
#18
Re: Header rubbing steering shaft....
Originally Posted by chrisn
let us know how that rag joint eliminator works out. i might look into one.
#21
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I also have rk sports headers . I had to put a small roll in mine to help with clearance. rk quality is not consistent. My son also as rk, his is almost a half a inch difference in location. main I problem is the tube is to close to the heat shielding.
#22
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Here is the picture of my modded steering shaft. I legthened it 3/4" and welded it up and shifted the steering column.
The header primary no longer comes close to banging it.
Here is before:
http://www.MyOnlineImages.com/Member.../DSCF00141.jpg
Here is after:
http://www.MyOnlineImages.com/Member...s/DSCF0035.JPG
You can tell from the photos that the steering shaft is straighter wich is always better for the u-joints anyway.
The header primary no longer comes close to banging it.
Here is before:
http://www.MyOnlineImages.com/Member.../DSCF00141.jpg
Here is after:
http://www.MyOnlineImages.com/Member...s/DSCF0035.JPG
You can tell from the photos that the steering shaft is straighter wich is always better for the u-joints anyway.
Last edited by wrd1972; 12-11-2005 at 06:05 PM.
#23
Re: Header rubbing steering shaft....
Originally Posted by lr383
I also have rk sports headers . I had to put a small roll in mine to help with clearance. rk quality is not consistent. My son also as rk, his is almost a half a inch difference in location. main I problem is the tube is to close to the heat shielding.
The RK sport headers definitely have fitment issues that require creativity and patience.
Mine now fit flawlessly and were worth $490.00 shipped and nearly 24 hours of install time.
#24
Re: Header rubbing steering shaft....
it's a simple fix. just cut the steering shaft out with a torch! who needs that thing anyways?
someone already mentioned the shaft is adjustable. I think you have to remove the plastic dust shield in order to get to the steering knuckle bolts. Also, motor mounts may help too but I got away with adjusting the shaft and leaving my original motor mounts in.
edit: I should have read the last post where you solved your problem. Nice work.
someone already mentioned the shaft is adjustable. I think you have to remove the plastic dust shield in order to get to the steering knuckle bolts. Also, motor mounts may help too but I got away with adjusting the shaft and leaving my original motor mounts in.
edit: I should have read the last post where you solved your problem. Nice work.
Last edited by mkent; 12-11-2005 at 09:35 PM.
#25
Re: Header rubbing steering shaft....
does anybody know if the the ls1 sterring shaft will work with all header or is it only for rk sports? i have pacesetter mid length and they are rubbung a liittle bit.
#26
Re: Header rubbing steering shaft....
Originally Posted by Bandit95LT1
does anybody know if the the ls1 sterring shaft will work with all header or is it only for rk sports? i have pacesetter mid length and they are rubbung a liittle bit.
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