Add Power Steering To Any Car

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[@RonaldFinger]

Inverse power steering would just make the project the world's most overbuilt workout machine. I say run it that way and you won't have to title or register it because it's probably not illegal to drive a Bowflex.

[@jhuntosgarage]

Good one!

[@mattconnor6779]

Ronald Finger strikes again! 🤣

[@mickenzie5863]

Lol. I see you commenting on all the channels I watch. It's fine for me to waste this much time, but shouldn't you be spending that time making me more videos? Entertain me, dammit!

[@toddsmash]

But imagine SuperFastMatt with Popeye's forearms for just a minute....

[@maarten1164]

Love your work Ronald!

[@CraigHair]

I'm totally okay with this sort of sponsorship that is quite clearly a genuine recommendation. Love your stuff Matt.

[@_Gecko]

I know you’re doing a crazy amount of work and thinking behind the scenes, but it’s insane to me how simple you make this seem, this is a really cool project

[@DrieStone]

Matt - I'll just scan this and laser cut it. Me - I'll just fabricate this... nope, shit. I'll just fabricate this... nope, shit. I'll just fabricate this...

[@shadowuaw-0001]

When someone can make something like this seem easy, you know the REALLY know their s**t.

[@PaulLemars01]

The sponsorship is perfectly integrated with this project. I hope SendCutSend continue to sponsor you because the way you go through custom parts I suspect you could showcase them on every video.

[@TheMissingxtension]

I didn't even realize that they were sponsors until this episode

[@ReemerFeddes]

Laughed to hard on the "it's not a tumoh"

[@somewhat7]

Just get the steering wheel you want. Then change it before installing it because you found another one you want more. you know, like a normal car person would... All hail the mighty algorithm.

[@Masononi]

I've been a laser operator / light tech for 6 or 7 years now and I've always thought it was insane how much we charge for parts. Good to see an honest company bringing our lord and savior to the masses

[@mrheyfuckoff1]

Really enjoying this project Also that ending about the garage killed me

[@rob5435354]

I thought he was gonna say "awww yeee"

[@driven_nation]

All hail the algorithm! I have no opinion of value, just my engagement. You may consider a steering quickener (1.5:1 inline gearing) now that you have power steering.

[@SuperfastMatt]

I swapped in a BMW rack that has a much quicker ratio than stock. It should be good this way.

[@brianb-p6586]

The Jag had a traditional steering box, not rack-and-pinion. There's nothing of the original Jaguar Mk V steering system in this car, so it doesn't have the original ratio.

[@mikealbrecht3990]

@@SuperfastMatt Tesla, Toyota and BMW in a Jag. Its the UN in your garage.

[@phantomwalker8251]

@@SuperfastMatt theres an anti theft idea. iether have a switch,to switch the output to input, or a switch to desconect 1 wire. no power,no turn. ?. just a thought.

[@connormcneill9409]

The Nardi Classic is the perfect wheel for this build!!!

[@SgtKaito]

I did not know that about the MR2 Spyder, and my Dad just recently got one so hey now I learned something about his car!

[@JohnSmith-yv6eq]

Read the comments in here from people that own or have owned one...the steering assist can get squirrely at speed on the Mk2 apparently...

[@SgtKaito]

@@JohnSmith-yv6eq My dad hasn't said he has any problems with it, he only praises the car. I've only driven it in a parking lot so far so I can't say for myself.

[@jasonjavelin]

I found you for the roof rack video (working on doing that for my highlander) but stayed for the sick engineering projects

[@matushorniak1607]

Honestly I love needlessly long silent wrench turning scenes, something very relaxing about that

[@steveschriefer2733]

All hail the algorithm! My vote is for a banjo steering wheel. I think it fits better with the timeframe and type of car.

[@Rabblewitz]

Agree with the steering wheel with holes does not look right with this car, but yeah, consider a banjo type.

[@JPWirt]

Sendcutsend is awesome! After you mentioned them in a previous video, I designed and had them cut an aluminum RC crawler chassis. Very cool they're sponsoring your video(s)!

[@aygwm]

Sendcutsend is great, ponoko is another alternative with more materials options

[@JPWirt]

@@aygwm,thanks! I'll check them out!

[@tud42]

All hail the mighty algorithm

[@justchillinout2002]

All hail

[@rickhouston2144]

All hail

[@FreeFinca]

Sorry I'm late... HAIL!

[@trankgonotryatmojo2942]

i love how sarcastic you are towards youtube algorithm and i think it's true. lol

[@cccpkingu]

We hope it doesn't get snark soon.

[@HomeBuiltByJeff]

Really enjoying your build, and thought processes. Looking forward to seeing what you have in mind for the next project.

[@MassageWithKlay]

Ahhh so the king of "Lets build another project while I'm doing this one" is here :) .. yeah it's always interesting seeing how in depth Matt's knowledge is with building things :D

[@11SLOTH11]

Nice one Jeff!! You’re both legends!!

[@yutub561]

4:53 I'm glad I'm not the only one who sits on the bare metal floor of a rusty car that doesn't run and looks up KZbin videos to make sure I'm doing things right hahaha

[@davidktimothy]

Brother, you are hilarious! Really enjoy the vids!

[@SuperfastMatt]

Thanks! Glad you're enjoying them.

[@ColossusCo]

This is my favorite series on KZbin right now

[@steventoney8797]

I don't mean to get all sentimental here... but this last month has been some of the hardest days of my life, and I discovered your channel pretty much the day it all fell apart. I've been binge watching everything you've made, and you've taught me a lot in this time, but more importantly- you've helped me stay distracted and keep myself alive, and for that.. I'm thankful for you. I know this wasn't your intent, but I appreciate you, Matt. Thank you for being the genius you are, you're a gift to this world... and especially me.

[@redneckswitwheels]

Hey u good bro?

[@steventoney8797]

@@redneckswitwheels actually.. yeah, I'm doing far better now than I was this time last month. A lot has happened between then and now, and I'm genuinely happy, more than I ever thought I'd get to be. I got lucky with that, and I know it. I appreciate that you asked, that means a lot to me and says a lot about you with just a few short words. I hope life is treating you well. Thank you.

[@redneckswitwheels]

@@steventoney8797 hey man... we..I have been thru hell and what I hated most was the feeling I was alone.. even a few kind words from a stranger would've helped. We all need a person to gaf about us..

[@EngineersHomestead]

The algorithm demands more content...you gotta pump these numbers up...less shorts...more longs! Kudos from a diesel engineer.

[@bongosock]

You mean I've got to tell, literally, everyone I know about SuperfastMatt... again?

[@g1expert102]

My grandfather was a strong man. Im not strong but i still enjoyed helping him with projects He passed away the day after valentines day and left me his car I can't use the manual steering and i need power steering. But he's not here to help me... Even though i wasn't good at mechanics stuff, he was proud that i was like him in the aspect of tech

[@dominicclancy6900]

If you add a magnetic collar and hall sensor at the differential input flange, then connect the signal wire of the sensor to pin 5 on the D31 connector and 12V+ to pin 6, you will get speed sensitive assistance instead of just the failsafe assistance. You vary the speed at which the steering firms up by adding magnets at the diff collar. The unit will provide three steps of assistance.

[@12x2richter]

This is super cool, thank you!

[@harwoods11]

Excellent 👍

[@golfish8589]

Do you know what year Prius this power assists works with?.

[@fatcamp907]

Matt, keep it up! These videos are equal parts hilarious and informative. Really enjoy your style.

[@cellularmitosis2]

It’s nice when folks hawk the stuff they actually use and believe in. I’m so glad to find a good laser cutting service!

[@53handyman]

Big thumb up from France, I like the way you explain technical things with humour !

[@porticojunction]

Beautiful fitment. Looks like a factory alignment between the booster and the power steering unit. Amazing as always.

[@maximiliantremmel989]

Your voice is so relaxing, I could watch you narrate a complete disassemble of the jaaag - all hail the algorithm! Great content as always. Keep up the awesome work!

[@foyjamez]

I love your channel. This is the sort of stuff I want to do with my 37 Hudson.

[@chrispayne1791]

Totally addicted to SuperfastMatt. Each video has enough professional and well considered ideas behind it, with just enough “this will probably do” to make me think 🤔 “I could do that” 🤔 Keep the vids coming! 😄

[@gardreropa]

Another awesome schoolbook reference material I will keep returning to when I start converting my Jaguar X-Type... You, sir, are greater than life! Thank you so much for sharing all your useful wisdom!

[@dermotmcglinchey282]

Great logical thinking Matt, this project is going to be at another level so congratulations on your hard work and determination..

[@johnbarker419]

I've looked at a lot of these electric power steering conversions. Yours is one of the cleanest I've seen.

[@paulhimle]

I'm in process of bingeing all the videos on your channel. Was going to wait to comment until I finished, but I just have to say I enjoy your videos for booth information and humor!

[@ferdjanklow3566]

Algorithmically speaking, I'd take a look at Banjo steering wheels, like the Flat Four.

[@bryandickerson5365]

Watched this to escape from reality for a moment and accidentally learned a ton o’ stuff! The Send-Cut-Send option looks amazing and basically sends my imagination spiraling out of control! Will be watching again because Superfast Matt not only thinks superfast, but also speaks superfast!

[@alexisscott9573]

The wheel you picked is perfect and I totally agree with your comments about the holes, they immediately envoke thoughts of 50s and 60s race cars to me

[@GingerNingerGames]

Whenever I'm feeling overwhelmed by projects, seeing what you've undertaken makes me feel a lot better about my chances. I'm about to start an engine build, making a center diff controller from scratch, and about to start helping my mate build an electric motorbike. Should be a busy Christmas period

[@tihspidtherekciltilc5469]

The more you mention your Honda four-wheeler, the more I miss my 71 Datsun I traded a $50 Craftsman tool box for. Just going the speed limit was fun if there was a yellow sign with a scribbly line on it.

[@CRXDrew]

How have I not heard of the Prius steering motor used for this?! Great solution. Also, congrats on the sponsorship. Send Cut Send is fantastic. 👍🏼

[@JohnSmith-yv6eq]

dominic clancy 1 week ago If you add a magnetic collar and hall sensor at the differential input flange, then connect the signal wire of the sensor to pin 5 on the D31 connector and 12V+ to pin 6, you will get speed sensitive assistance instead of just the failsafe assistance. You vary the speed at which the steering firms up by adding magnets at the diff collar. The unit will provide three steps of assistance.

[@jesscneal]

I use SCS all the time. Love their service. Nice job on the steering 👍

[@phillipsrundripbubblecompa9232]

Thanks, man. I'm in the process of putting power steering on a 49 Ford Shoebox. Lots of good information here. Keep it up.

[@projectgattago]

Nicely done. I used the Prius steering on my 1967 Mercury Cougar.

[@butterbagelgaming3654]

i love the raw look of that dash without the wood on it

[@jessejohnson159]

BEAUTIFUL VIDEO! 50 years in fleet maintenance and 55 in loving mid '50's Fords. This electric power steering assembly and your link to "Send-Cut-Send" is GREAT! I want to custom fab an aluminum oil pan for a Ford Y-Block. The flange to bolt to the engine was stumping me as to the 'best' option. Thanks to your video, I think I've found the answer! Thanks!

[@THansenite]

I love your videos and enjoy seeing your fabrication processes. As a homebuilder who's a little over a year into an agonizingly slow Locost 7 build, your endorsement of Send Cut Send is very timely as I'm approaching the need for custom mounting solutions in my frame. Also, I had been planning on running a depowered steering rack, but may have to look into a Prius unit if I have space. Thanks for the fantastic content.

[@JohnSmith-yv6eq]

dominic clancy 1 week ago If you add a magnetic collar and hall sensor at the differential input flange, then connect the signal wire of the sensor to pin 5 on the D31 connector and 12V+ to pin 6, you will get speed sensitive assistance instead of just the failsafe assistance. You vary the speed at which the steering firms up by adding magnets at the diff collar. The unit will provide three steps of assistance.

[@tomschevette]

First steering wheel you showed the Nardi. I've that on my Corolla really comfortable and nice feel to it I'd go for that one.

[@89RASMUS]

You can't imagine the timing of this vid. 😂 I'm just about to start building the streering column on my Standard and thought of building servo assisted, however didn't want to meddle in the hydraulics. Then I heard of electric servo, and now I'm browsing the interwebs for more info. This was juuust what I was looking for. Cheers.

[@draggonhedd]

Nardi wood wheel is always a classic.

[@_Hanover_]

All hail the algorithm! Loving this build and your commentary. Also congrats on the sponsorship.

[@kestisyoung9245]

Prius electric column is pretty cool. My friend put it in his awd 600hp wv golf for autocross. It turns like butter

[@JohnSmith-yv6eq]

dominic clancy 1 week ago If you add a magnetic collar and hall sensor at the differential input flange, then connect the signal wire of the sensor to pin 5 on the D31 connector and 12V+ to pin 6, you will get speed sensitive assistance instead of just the failsafe assistance. You vary the speed at which the steering firms up by adding magnets at the diff collar. The unit will provide three steps of assistance.

[@Leon300idas]

Yay for the wheel, you might find something similar on mx5 na or nb .

[@SB-vb8ch]

Very nice, literally took the thoughts out of my mind on the additional brackets for the power steering motor/box assembly. Can't go wrong with a Nardi wheel but the Momo Heritage stuff is nice too,

[@brucerawsthorne8936]

I am a engineered and have built classic race cars the whole of my life but respect this guy he knows his stuff ,respect , although I’ve fitted similar systems to old large jaguar race cars

[@antiLeixo]

most underrated channel !

[@jake_bytheocean]

How have I not seen your channel before? I love it. Subbed.

[@FizzaMC]

Matt the Jaguar did actually have power steering and my late father's go to dad joke for this was always "Armstrong Power Steering" 🤦🏻‍♂️😅 Miss you Dad

[@david929190]

I think I need to go tell everyone about Matt. Thanks for explaining how the Prius steering assist works. I always thought that conversions like that required calibrated steering angle sensors.

[@JohnSmith-yv6eq]

dominic clancy 1 week ago If you add a magnetic collar and hall sensor at the differential input flange, then connect the signal wire of the sensor to pin 5 on the D31 connector and 12V+ to pin 6, you will get speed sensitive assistance instead of just the failsafe assistance. You vary the speed at which the steering firms up by adding magnets at the diff collar. The unit will provide three steps of assistance.

[@davidartina5022]

Brilliant and great explanation of rivnuts. I get your point about metric in the US. Must be chuffing annoying all that fraction stuff. Re the wheel a lot of early Miatas were fitted with Nandi wheels. Could be a good option. Splines might even be the same as Prius. Tell send cut send we need them in the UK

[@boingkster]

Hi from Australia! Love your stuff mate, always a great blend of info and no gratuitous wrench-turning video-lengthening shots. But seriously, awesome work! Now I just need to blow up... uh... I mean... find a wrecked Prius.

[@JohnSmith-yv6eq]

For Prius system... dominic clancy 1 week ago If you add a magnetic collar and hall sensor at the differential input flange, then connect the signal wire of the sensor to pin 5 on the D31 connector and 12V+ to pin 6, you will get speed sensitive assistance instead of just the failsafe assistance. You vary the speed at which the steering firms up by adding magnets at the diff collar. The unit will provide three steps of assistance.

[@joeventura1]

11:51 I was so glad to hear you say set screw! I was worried you'd be going down the road and that thing comes loose!! Well done sir!

[@bigbird2100]

Great video 👍I like your choice of steering wheel and I learnt the Prius electric steering system is so usable! is

[@TravisFabel]

I had to pause this at 3:20 just now. You said exactly what I was thinking. The moment you mentioned the drive-by wire force feedback, I was thinking about how cool it will be when they're in the junk yards and I can get one for making a racing rig.

[@UkraineTrain21]

Nice work! Make sure your steering u-joints are in phase when you get that far.

[@jhuntosgarage]

Great stuff my man. I agree with you on the raceyness(?) of the steering wheel. Thanks for sharing! All hail the algorithm!

[@mvdesigncustomworks5460]

That pic of the honda is great. The rusted body and led headlights combo is as cool as it can get. I'll use a corolla's powered column on my 80's shitbox soon.

[@jorgep.2033]

I just found your channel by KZbin suggestion. I love your work.

[@aotranto]

Reverse power steering is for people who choose Ultra Hard difficulty in video games

[@robertcornelisse8664]

Great video, this was the first one i watched from you. I subscribed

[@creightonfreeman8059]

I may do this one day to a Fiero chassis I rebuilt to electric custom. It really is not hard to steer with manual, but there is a little bit of delay in response, probably from 36 years of wear in the steering rack. If I am going to rebuild the rack anyway may as well upgrade to power steering. I knew people had used MR2 parts to convert to electric power steering, but didn't know about the Prius option. Also, thanks for the SendCutSend LASER cutting info. That could be very useful.

[@JohnSmith-yv6eq]

for the Prius unit... dominic clancy 1 week ago If you add a magnetic collar and hall sensor at the differential input flange, then connect the signal wire of the sensor to pin 5 on the D31 connector and 12V+ to pin 6, you will get speed sensitive assistance instead of just the failsafe assistance. You vary the speed at which the steering firms up by adding magnets at the diff collar. The unit will provide three steps of assistance.

[@Clynikal]

I never knew that about the Prius steering. Japan really turned a corner after the 50’s.

[@jimandmia]

Great fab and brainstorm job Matt.

[@CarbonGlassMan]

What a great channel. I'm almost glad I was sick and staying home so I could find it.

[@trevangillette3482]

I did this on my 1965 mustang excepts I used the motor from a 2003 Saturn VUE. Works great! I put mine inside the car, but same principle.

[@andriosz]

That laser cutting service looks really interesting, thanks for sharing :)

[@mygamertag2010X]

Absolutely amazing, like always

[@idriwzrd]

I like having the redundancy of a mechanical connection between the driver input and the wheels that are being turned. There is also a tool that attaches to a drill motor to set riv-nuts. In my experience, it's really only good for up to M8 (or 5/16", for the Matts of the world).

[@cfloren]

Looking good Matt! I dunno if you saw my E36 Camper Lemons car when you were out at our workshop a few years ago, but we used the Prius EPAS on that guy too. Your setup is fancy and clever; ours is crude, but effective. I think the additional torque reaction bracing on the front side is a great idea.

[@JohnSmith-yv6eq]

dominic clancy 1 week ago If you add a magnetic collar and hall sensor at the differential input flange, then connect the signal wire of the sensor to pin 5 on the D31 connector and 12V+ to pin 6, you will get speed sensitive assistance instead of just the failsafe assistance. You vary the speed at which the steering firms up by adding magnets at the diff collar. The unit will provide three steps of assistance.

[@sinformant]

Man this is the second video I've watched that mentioned send cut send. Im going to have to check them out. And learn fusion 360

[@historychick8348]

They are fantastic, been using them on my electric Vespa project

[@trahar6257]

Buy a prusa 3D printer and you’ll have much more fun learning fusion 360

[@sinformant]

@@trahar6257 I have 3 printers. Just haven't learned fusion 360 yet. But I don't have a lot of time to devote. I work most of the time

[@drvanon]

That sponsor section was super nice, fits extremely well with your content.

[@JMassengill]

What a great video. Such useful information! Rock on

[@cannonroberts5129]

Thank you for providing an informative, entertaining, Super Fantastic Jag build!!

[@tractorhead971]

My Eunos Roadster (MX5) ‘V special’ has that Nardi steering wheel but with black spokes. Absolutely gorgeous. Recommended.

[@13699111]

Thank you for posting this video information your the king of cool custom vehicle builds .

[@TheRedstonelabz1]

Great idea hope it works out. One of my fovorite ev channels.

[@tommallinson619]

Using this to help with a stubborn engine swap. great video!

[@magnus.nasmark]

Highly. enjoy this project, Very underrated channel.

[@peterdambier]

I am used to non powered steering and changed to hydraulic some time. When I changed to electric (Mitsubishi i-MiEV) I have outgrown all my shirts within a week. I have to actually turn the wheel all by myself until the power steering takes over. Turning slowly and meditatively I can actually steer non powered. Saves energy but I had to switch from shirts to sweaters or go topless.

[@TrashPandaPirate]

That commentary ove the dash time lapse was amazing

[@b4804514]

Matt My overachiever. Excellent content and looking forward to more

[@johnkoury1116]

Really really awesome!! Thank you for this information.

[@spazda_mx5]

Good steering wheel choice 👍

[@duncanmartin2626]

All Hail the algorithm. The Nardi wheel is a really good fit IMO - I agree with you about the holes. A lot of European conversions use Opel Corsa electric racks - I think they have the same benefits as the Prius one, but I'm guessing they are somewhat harder to get hold of in the US.

[@BaddDukk]

That same Nardi wheel is on my wife's 90 MX5 Miata. Nice project.

[@fastsigns4825]

Love send cut send... though when I started using them it was in my hands in 3 days. Now it's a week and a half Loved seeing you 3d scan to get templates though, beats 47 pvc ones!!

[@daviddavid5880]

Nice video. Concise and informative. Thanks.

[@edgarv3984]

Excellent choice for the steering wheel.