i found a steering box for my 72 chevelle that is 3 turns lock to lock and am wondering if this is a good deal. they say its 25% quicker than stock. they want 175 bucks for it.. think this is a good deal ? would i have better performance from a new jeep box or should i go with this direct bolt in. thx for the info..
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If you have a 4 turn, yep its quicker. Check yours first, you could have a 4 or 3 turn already. I should have a good used spare here with pitman arm if you want a 3 turn if you dont want to spend that much. Email me if interested.

I got an AGR 3 turn from summit for the same price, so its not THAT good a deal. not sure the quality of the rebuild, but I can't imagine that it is any better than AGR.

You also have to factor in if it has a stiffer torsional spring than the stock. This will improve steering feel, but make it harder to turn. I prefer the better feeling steering, but some prefer a lighter feel. Make sure the box you get has what you want.

Also have to know what the angle it will turn between the internal stops... 3-turns should be pretty quick, but Camaros/80's Montes, etc have internal stops that limit the travel (and therefore the turns, lock-to-lock), and cause a slight decrease in turning radius when installed in a Chevelle...

$175... I'd hope its rebuilt for that price, and is the quality of the rebuild good?

cperrel,

What is the Summit part number of the AGR box. That looks like a righteous price and I am going to put power steering on my car soon.

Update,

Just ordered the AGR box from Summit. Cost was $329.