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Old Jun 4, 2013 | 06:16 AM
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Plastic on steering knuckle

Hey guys, just had the motor running for a bit. I noticed the plastic piece down by the steering knuckle was melting on the header, can u just totally remove that piece without worrying? Or is it protectin something? I guess I could also alter it in someway to keep it away from the steering
Old Jun 4, 2013 | 07:15 AM
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Re: Plastic on steering knuckle

I'm guessing you mean the steering shaft. The knuckle is at the wheel. The plastic is to keep any debris from possibly jamming up the joint. I'm sure there are plenty out there without this piece.
Old Jun 4, 2013 | 07:34 AM
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Re: Plastic on steering knuckle

Ok thanks
Old Jun 4, 2013 | 06:12 PM
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Re: Plastic on steering knuckle

Not so fast, if you plan on selling the car and you have a educated buyer one of the tell tail signs of a car that's been in front end accident is the plastic covers missing or damaged. Just some food for thought.
Old Jun 4, 2013 | 07:53 PM
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Re: Plastic on steering knuckle

Ok thanks! I just kind of altered it, cut some off. I'm going to see how that works for now!
Old Jun 4, 2013 | 08:42 PM
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Re: Plastic on steering knuckle

I still have mine, but have not had it on the car for years.
Old Jun 5, 2013 | 08:02 PM
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Re: Plastic on steering knuckle

Agreed, still possess mine as well, but had clearance issues with my BBK shorty headers. Haven't had any issues running without it
Old Jun 6, 2013 | 07:29 AM
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Re: Plastic on steering knuckle

LS steering shaft *Write Up*

If you can weld do the above works good, gives more room
Old Jun 6, 2013 | 04:07 PM
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that was an interesting writeup. Mine barely fits with my kooks and figure the heat may be too much for it eventually.


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