Sagniaw p/s box question...................

I was looking at my saginaw gear box the other day and seen that it had 14:1 stamped on the side along with the part number and so forth. Now I dont know much.....ok ok I dont know diddley about these set ups and would like to know what 14:1 means. I know it has to do with the gearing and turn l to l but would love an experts advise and wisdom. Thanks.

 

Nobody???

 

My guess is the power steering ratio. For every 1 turn of the steering wheel (i.e. 360 degrees) the wheels move 25.5 degrees....roughly. Divide that down and you get 14:1. I had to google it for a minute to make sure I had it before responding.

 

That makes sence, thanks alot. The box I will eventually use is a saginaw 14:1 from an old Chevelle I beleive. But due to finances and my build taking WAY longer then I wanted, the manual steering has to go back on which I aint looking forward to since I am now lower geared and locked in the front and rear now. It was hard enough to steer him with it being stock cept for a small lift and 33's. Better eat my spinich haha

 

Tell me about it. I am in the process of upgrading to power steering now and mainly due to my locked front end. On the trail the steering can be difficult to say the least. Cheers!

 

Thanks alot.