80 Malibu Steering gear upgrades?

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slappnutz

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Hey guys, my steering gear box is shot. I’m looking to replace it over the winter. I have the round ring version. I’d like to get something a bit stiffer not so loosie goosie. Looking for recommendations and suggestions. I’ve gone back through some threads but couldn’t find anything other then Astro can, s10 stuff. Is that best route?
 

Longroof79

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Find yourself a good 800 series box out of Monte SS, 442, H/O, Z-28 Camaro, Firebird T/A, etc. You want the quick ratio box. Some Jeep Cherokees offer a quick ratio box. Do a search on the web. You're bound to find a bunch of info on the subject.
 
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Streetbu

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Make sure to also grab the pitman arm.
 
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500/600

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Truthfully eBay has tons of them cheap enough. My 80 Malibu has a 2.5 turn box.
 
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BobinHSV

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Rock Auto has the MC SS quick ratio box for less than $100, Made a great differebce in my 87 ELCO
 
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