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Old 05-06-2021, 12:26 PM   #1
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Default Vega steering box in a 40 Ford PU

Anyone done this ?
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Old 05-06-2021, 01:08 PM   #2
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You'd be far better off using a Saginaw "525" box rather than a Vega. A dozen guys are gonna come back saying that the Vega works just fine. But that Vega box WAS engineered for a wimpy, light Vega, and a '40 is a heftier vehicle than a Vega. The "525" is shaped very similar to a Vega, yet is only very slightly larger, and most-definitely rugged enough to handle a vehicle of a 1940's weight. The "525" came in GM mid-size vehicles such as Chevelles and Cutlasses. They're great boxes and can be had in several ratios. Also, the '40 Pitman arms fit the '60s, '70s & '80s "525" spline. And, they can easily be bolted into a '40. Borgeson and many others have all of the adaptive and support pieces you could ask for. DD

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Old 05-06-2021, 01:12 PM   #3
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I used a short input shaft Borgeson 525 box from Pete & Jake's in my 40 coupe and it works great. I used the bolt in frame adapter #5002 from Pete & Jake's to mount it. Also used the P&J 525 pitman arm. Costs no more than a Vega and is much safer

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Old 05-06-2021, 01:20 PM   #4
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If you insist on using a Vega box, it would be a good idea to stay away from the aftermarket boxes. There have been many reports about them failing prematurely.
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If you insist on using a Vega box, it would be a good idea to stay away from the aftermarket boxes. There have been many reports about them failing prematurely.

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Old 05-06-2021, 03:07 PM   #6
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Go with the "525" GM box. I used a Vega once in a '40 and would never use another one in a '35 on up car.
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I used one in my 40 Merc sedan, worked and is still working great.
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Old 05-07-2021, 05:34 PM   #8
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The Vega works for a T bucket or '32 but as others have stated the Saginaw is a better choice for the heavier '40 Ford.
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Old 05-07-2021, 10:06 PM   #9
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jeeps used 525 also.70's I think. Lares Corp can rebuild if needed
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Old 05-09-2021, 06:49 AM   #10
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Used it in my 47 pU when I converted to cross steering.
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I’m using a 525 in my pickup.
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