67 Steering Question

[Mark F.]

Guys just completed a total rebuild of the entire suspension. Everything has been replaced or rebuilt. The problem (I think) is when turning a corner or driving, the car does not return to a "neutral" position. Meaning the steering does not return on its own. The car has PS, rebuilt steering box etc. Just had the car aligned (four wheel ), and when talking with the front end shop we supposedly set the alignment to return or correct better. Meaning very minor adjustment/ tweek. Actually, we set the specs acording to previously dicussed archives recomendations. The car tracks great and is tight on the road and cornering. My question is, is this normal for a bb car with power steering. I have heard that the steering charactersitics on these cars are "different" so is this correct?

*Side note the tie rods are in the forward hole on the steering knuckle.
Thanks Mark

[John H.]

Re: 67 Steering Question

The problem (I think) is when turning a corner or driving, the car does not return to a "neutral" position. Meaning the steering does not return on its own. My question is, is this normal for a bb car with power steering.

Mark -

No, that's not normal. Sounds like the car needs more positive caster (which provides steering returnabililty). What are the front caster settings on the alignment printout?