Comp2,
How much too long is the Pantera's steering rack? Would moving the front spindles further out, by using longer front control arms, have the same effect as shortening the rack?
As far as the electric PS pump is concerned; it may help to use a pump with a remote reservoir. I believe late model Mini's use an electric PS pump with a remote reservoir. Ultimate Power Steering in Australia has one but it's a bit pricey (AUD $1,300 / http://www.ultimatepowersteeri...r-steering-pump-kit/ ). It also looks like the late model Mini pump to me.
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