Bob, I think these Hedman's will fit with the steering box in the original position. I will know for sure in a week or so. Tomorrow the engine goes in and then the body goes back on the frame. I am using the original column and steering wheel and will be installing the original steering box temporarilly to get the column angle and length just right. Then I will cut the column free of the box and connect to my new rack & pinion. I will check out the headers in relation to the steering box and add to this post. Good luck.