Bendix power-assist steering, used in the '65-'70 Mustang as well as other Ford compacts and intermediates, is a rather crude arrangement by today's standards.

Under pressure from U.S. safety regulators, Ford is recalling nearly 423,000 cars and SUVs in North America because the power-assisted steering can fail while they're being driven.

Read about the Ford Flathead power steering system from Blundell Speed and Machine and see pictures as the kit gets installed including a Horn and Column Saver kit, inside Rod & Custom Magazine.

Under pressure from U.S. safety regulators, Ford is recalling nearly 423,000 cars and SUVs in North America because the power-assisted steering can fail while they’re being driven. The recall ...