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This video jumps ahead a little in the series. I’m trying to trim down the videos I’m putting out on the Fairmont. I’m going to be offering more of the detailed versions of the #FairmontProject videos to Premium Members of this website. In fact, here’s a link to the more detailed version of this video.
Here is the YouTube version.
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Just curious, but where is the belt tension adjusted from on this setup? Solely from the alternator/AC “turnbuckle” as you called it?
Say Eric,
I was always curious about the power steering systems and was curious if you ever came across electric power steering units. Do they make some that could be fitted aftermarket? Do they do retrofits by chance? Would you have mounted some to increase the horses of your car if money was not a factor and assuming that they are available? Let me know thank you.
Chris
In my opinion EPS is too much work for too little gain. Sure, you don’t have to turn a power steering pump, but the alternator will have an increased load which will likely make up for the difference.
Also, I’m kinda tired of the suggestion of EPS on the Fairmont. I’ve been hearing it since I started the build 2 years ago. EPS would add a new level of complication to the build that just wouldn’t be worth it to me. As it is, I have to custom fit almost every piece I’ve added to the car and that’s a lot. Adding one more thing to the workload really doesn’t appeal to me at all.
Hydraulic steering is a tried and true technology. It’s also cheap and readily available.
Thanks for the comment.
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