Some bits for the Morgan(ish) Kart arrived today.
I decided that a 300mm Chinese steering rack would save some time and experimentation, despite the extra weight and complexity. I found one for $42 Aud (including gst & free delivery) so I jumped in and bought it.
Comments: No too bad for the price. It does have a plastic body and no mounting lugs. I will use U-bolts to secure it. There are some Alloy ones with lugs available, but they were too long for the front of my chassis.
It was at this point that I realised that buying a full kit might have been more convenient & economical. I still needed a splined shaft and a steering wheel coupling.
Back into Aliexpress, I found a cardan shaft of the correct length for $33 and a splined coupling for $16, both with the essential free shipping.
With these bits available I have now found a distraction from the formidable task of completing the rear wheel final drive.
I will post pics when the option becomes available
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