I have installed a V8 into a 1950 1 ton Chevrolet. I have moved the steering box outboard 1-3/4" and have built a new mount for it. I need to bend the pitman arm back out of the way of the tire and more inline with the original mounting. I plan on using a torch with a carburized flame (more acetylene than used for cutting). I have bent a lot of steel with a torch but never any steering components. Does anyone have any suggestions about doing this?

Thanks