What is a reverse rotation steering box and when is it used?
A Reverse rotation steering gearbox is when the output shaft turns at the opposite direction to the input shaft. This is done by changing both shafts inside of the box. The input shaft for reverse rotation would need to be connected on the opposite side of the output shaft. This will enable the shaft to turn in the opposite direction.
Reverse Rotation Gearbox is used on most Chevrolet Van Steering Box and on some Dodge Van Steering Box. Most cars put the steering gear behind the front axle. This is considered standard. These vans have very forward chassis designs and thus the steering is ahead of the front axle and unless you want the van to steer opossite, you will need the box to be reverse.
The other reason for reversing boxes is hot rod or specialty applications that are pushing the steering ahead of the axle. Many of these people will have gearboxes changed. Some gears can and some cannot be converted. The Dodge Ram Steering Rack cannot be changed, but many other applications can be changed over. Call Discount Steering at 1-800-617-4492.
