A recent question was asked about our using a Saginaw PS Pump versus the Federal unit. I’m not sure if all 1970 340 E Bodies would have used one particular style over the other. Since this car is a tribute to the early Concept seen by Roger Johnson in 1969, we decided to use a few 1969 “transitional” components throughout the project. Doing this allowed us the best of both Worlds for incorporating late 1969 and early 1970 components. Most of the later 1969 340 Engines used the Saginaw Power Steering Pumps.
Other parts that were late 1969 issue for this project include the the Wiper Motor, Emergency Brake Cables, various Suspension items and Red Line Tires. Red Line Tires (for instance) were not offered on a 1970 Barracuda but we decided to use them to add to the unique “What If” scenario that this car represents. We also decided that a Rear Sway Bar would have probably been offered on a 4 Door version of the Barracuda, so we included that component in the build. (Rear Sway Bars were not typically documented on E Body vehicles until mid 1970.) In essence, the Saginaw Power Steering Pump was selected over the Federal unit to add to the theme of unique features incorporated in this 4 Door tribute vehicle. Thanks for your comments and question!
