CVF Wraptor serpentine system with "GM type 2" power steering pump. What power steering box is best?

[biomedtechguy]

70 440 6bbl Roadrunner.
I have some manufacturers to contact, but Borgeson is one I usually hear about.
I want to make sure that whatever power steering box I replace my manual steering box with is compatible with the Wraptor's "GM type 2" power steering pump.
I am also installing a QA1 tubular K-member and complete front suspension system. To be clear, I use my car for road trips related to car events and shows, and on test and tune night at the drag strip. I'm not interested in a faster ratio steering box, that could actually be detrimental at the drag strip because I don't want any input at the steering wheel to be amplified by the steering box.
Open to suggestions, links are appreciated.

 

[Darter6]

My buddy installed the Borgeson on his 64 Dodge wagon. Just a cruiser Very happy with it. That's all I know.

 

[Mike67]

I have the same pump, with my Revolver setup. I called about the Borg and was told no issues, but advised to run a cooler.... I'm still putting it together though...

 

[5.7 hemi]

Steer n Gear, Firm Feel (go with stage 2 on either box. Now for double the price, Borgenson. The other 2 boxes are bolt in with zero modifications to anything, Borgenson on the other hand will require steering column mods and new hoses.

 

[biomedtechguy]

Steer n Gear, Firm Feel (go with stage 2 on either box.

Links? Where to buy?
Why stage 2?
Thanks @5.7 hemi

 

[5.7 hemi]

FirmFeel.com
SteerNGear.com

The stage 2 boxes from either of them is the right feel/feedback. I used both, on 2 different b bodies and I never had a complaint. Although FF will take weeks to get cause you need to send in your box then it’s gone through. SteernGear has them on the shelf ready to go.

 

[biomedtechguy]

SteernGear has them on the shelf ready to go.

I want to be sure I have the correct business please:
https://www.steerandgear.com

 

[5.7 hemi]

Yup, that’s correct.

 

[biomedtechguy]

Yup, that’s correct.

5.7 hemi

 

[biomedtechguy]

So it looks like this is the unit I should buy for my 1970 Roadrunner.
I only have a manual steering box, so I am going to sell it here at FBBO or see if/what SteerAndGear would give me for it:

Does this "power to manual column adapter" adapt my manual steering column TO power?? Is this the solution? Or should I look at the "rag joint" I think I've seen? Also I assume "Level 2" is what they call "Modern"?
I am asking here on the forum first, but I will probably ask S&G too.

 

[biomedtechguy]

Mancini has this Borgeson power steering box for $567

But then it looks like I need this too...

Do you know if I need some kind of adapter or U-Joint with the SteerAndGear?

 

[5.7 hemi]

The power box is longer than manual, so I don’t think you’ll need that adapter. You may need to shorten the column?

The Borgenson box is bolt in, but an adapter u joint is needed. Do not buy theirs!!! Way to expensive. Get one from eBay or other place. That box is really nice, you’ll need adapters for the hoses though.

 

[biomedtechguy]

You may need to shorten the column?

I've read that the column shaft has to be cut.

Get one from eBay or other place.

A Borgeson?

That box is really nice, you’ll need adapters for the hoses though.

The Borgeson? But bought from Ebay?
As far as hoses go, I am going to lean on the company I bought the Wraptor from to sell me the hoses I need.
Also a cooler may be "highly recommended"?? Even though I am only cruising or going "mostly" straight on a drag strip?
Lots of questions, I know, but I am spending a lot and want to do the right, best thing!

 

[5.7 hemi]

Just cut it, no biggie.

Source it from elsewhere, I got mine from eBay, was about 25 bucks cheaper.

Borgenson box is nice, if you get that on, you will like it. I think the type 2 pump uses a 5/8 inverted flare, and the Borgenson box uses a 18mm to -6 and fittings. They are machined for the box and are stainless!

A cooler will be nice, lots of choices to chose from.

 

[biomedtechguy]

Source it from elsewhere, I got mine from eBay, was about 25 bucks cheaper.

Honestly, for $25 I'd rather deal with Mancini than some random seller on Ebay.
I'll ask Mancini about the coupler or anything else I may need.

A cooler will be nice, lots of choices to chose from.

I chose the remote reservoir, so that may make plumbing in a cooler easier.
LAST QUESTION
For MY application, cruising roads and highways, and at the drag strip, is the Borgeson BETTER than the SteerAndGear or vice/versa, and which one is smaller?

 

[5.7 hemi]

It’s a quicker ratio, but the other 2 are just a good, but in my opinion, the Borgenson edges them both. It’s smaller, lighter, faster, and I think you’ll like it much more than the stock boxes that are gone through.

 

[biomedtechguy]

So..Borgeson it is then.
Thanks again 5.7 hemi

 

[5.7 hemi]

Glad to help out.

We want to see pics when you get it installed!

 

[biomedtechguy]

I got the Black Diamond finish to go along with the finish on my valve covers I like so much!

 

[5.7 hemi]

It’s gonna be bitchin when done!