Inverse power steering would just make the project the world's most overbuilt workout machine. I say run it that way and you won't have to title or register it because it's probably not illegal to drive a Bowflex.

I'm totally okay with this sort of sponsorship that is quite clearly a genuine recommendation. Love your stuff Matt.

I know you’re doing a crazy amount of work and thinking behind the scenes, but it’s insane to me how simple you make this seem, this is a really cool project

The sponsorship is perfectly integrated with this project. I hope SendCutSend continue to sponsor you because the way you go through custom parts I suspect you could showcase them on every video.

I've been a laser operator / light tech for 6 or 7 years now and I've always thought it was insane how much we charge for parts. Good to see an honest company bringing our lord and savior to the masses

Laughed to hard on the "it's not a tumoh"

Just get the steering wheel you want. Then change it before installing it because you found another one you want more. you know, like a normal car person would... All hail the mighty algorithm.

Really enjoying your build, and thought processes. Looking forward to seeing what you have in mind for the next project.

Really enjoying this project Also that ending about the garage killed me

I did not know that about the MR2 Spyder, and my Dad just recently got one so hey now I learned something about his car!

The Nardi Classic is the perfect wheel for this build!!!

Sendcutsend is awesome! After you mentioned them in a previous video, I designed and had them cut an aluminum RC crawler chassis. Very cool they're sponsoring your video(s)!

I found you for the roof rack video (working on doing that for my highlander) but stayed for the sick engineering projects

All hail the algorithm! I have no opinion of value, just my engagement. You may consider a steering quickener (1.5:1 inline gearing) now that you have power steering.

If you add a magnetic collar and hall sensor at the differential input flange, then connect the signal wire of the sensor to pin 5 on the D31 connector and 12V+ to pin 6, you will get speed sensitive assistance instead of just the failsafe assistance. You vary the speed at which the steering firms up by adding magnets at the diff collar. The unit will provide three steps of assistance.

I don't mean to get all sentimental here... but this last month has been some of the hardest days of my life, and I discovered your channel pretty much the day it all fell apart. I've been binge watching everything you've made, and you've taught me a lot in this time, but more importantly- you've helped me stay distracted and keep myself alive, and for that.. I'm thankful for you. I know this wasn't your intent, but I appreciate you, Matt. Thank you for being the genius you are, you're a gift to this world... and especially me.

I've looked at a lot of these electric power steering conversions. Yours is one of the cleanest I've seen.

It’s nice when folks hawk the stuff they actually use and believe in. I’m so glad to find a good laser cutting service!

All hail the algorithm! My vote is for a banjo steering wheel. I think it fits better with the timeframe and type of car.

Your voice is so relaxing, I could watch you narrate a complete disassemble of the jaaag - all hail the algorithm! Great content as always. Keep up the awesome work!

The algorithm demands more content...you gotta pump these numbers up...less shorts...more longs! Kudos from a diesel engineer.

I love your videos and enjoy seeing your fabrication processes. As a homebuilder who's a little over a year into an agonizingly slow Locost 7 build, your endorsement of Send Cut Send is very timely as I'm approaching the need for custom mounting solutions in my frame. Also, I had been planning on running a depowered steering rack, but may have to look into a Prius unit if I have space. Thanks for the fantastic content.

I love your channel. This is the sort of stuff I want to do with my 37 Hudson.

Totally addicted to SuperfastMatt. Each video has enough professional and well considered ideas behind it, with just enough “this will probably do” to make me think 🤔 “I could do that” 🤔 Keep the vids coming! 😄

Big thumb up from France, I like the way you explain technical things with humour !

My grandfather was a strong man. Im not strong but i still enjoyed helping him with projects He passed away the day after valentines day and left me his car I can't use the manual steering and i need power steering. But he's not here to help me... Even though i wasn't good at mechanics stuff, he was proud that i was like him in the aspect of tech

4:53 I'm glad I'm not the only one who sits on the bare metal floor of a rusty car that doesn't run and looks up KZfaq videos to make sure I'm doing things right hahaha

Brother, you are hilarious! Really enjoy the vids!

I think I need to go tell everyone about Matt. Thanks for explaining how the Prius steering assist works. I always thought that conversions like that required calibrated steering angle sensors.

This is my favorite series on KZfaq right now

Whenever I'm feeling overwhelmed by projects, seeing what you've undertaken makes me feel a lot better about my chances. I'm about to start an engine build, making a center diff controller from scratch, and about to start helping my mate build an electric motorbike. Should be a busy Christmas period

BEAUTIFUL VIDEO! 50 years in fleet maintenance and 55 in loving mid '50's Fords. This electric power steering assembly and your link to "Send-Cut-Send" is GREAT! I want to custom fab an aluminum oil pan for a Ford Y-Block. The flange to bolt to the engine was stumping me as to the 'best' option. Thanks to your video, I think I've found the answer! Thanks!

i love how sarcastic you are towards youtube algorithm and i think it's true. lol

The wheel you picked is perfect and I totally agree with your comments about the holes, they immediately envoke thoughts of 50s and 60s race cars to me

How have I not heard of the Prius steering motor used for this?! Great solution. Also, congrats on the sponsorship. Send Cut Send is fantastic. 👍🏼

Watched this to escape from reality for a moment and accidentally learned a ton o’ stuff! The Send-Cut-Send option looks amazing and basically sends my imagination spiraling out of control! Will be watching again because Superfast Matt not only thinks superfast, but also speaks superfast!

Prius electric column is pretty cool. My friend put it in his awd 600hp wv golf for autocross. It turns like butter

Nardi wood wheel is always a classic.

You can't imagine the timing of this vid. 😂 I'm just about to start building the streering column on my Standard and thought of building servo assisted, however didn't want to meddle in the hydraulics. Then I heard of electric servo, and now I'm browsing the interwebs for more info. This was juuust what I was looking for. Cheers.

The more you mention your Honda four-wheeler, the more I miss my 71 Datsun I traded a $50 Craftsman tool box for. Just going the speed limit was fun if there was a yellow sign with a scribbly line on it.

i love the raw look of that dash without the wood on it

I am a engineered and have built classic race cars the whole of my life but respect this guy he knows his stuff ,respect , although I’ve fitted similar systems to old large jaguar race cars

All hail the mighty algorithm

Yay for the wheel, you might find something similar on mx5 na or nb .

Algorithmically speaking, I'd take a look at Banjo steering wheels, like the Flat Four.

Another awesome schoolbook reference material I will keep returning to when I start converting my Jaguar X-Type... You, sir, are greater than life! Thank you so much for sharing all your useful wisdom!

most underrated channel !

First steering wheel you showed the Nardi. I've that on my Corolla really comfortable and nice feel to it I'd go for that one.

That commentary ove the dash time lapse was amazing

Yesssss the Prius power steering thing is just really convenient.

Nicely done. I used the Prius steering on my 1967 Mercury Cougar.

Man this is the second video I've watched that mentioned send cut send. Im going to have to check them out. And learn fusion 360

A "non zero chance" lol, I bet you were fun to work with... you're such an engineer and I mean that in the most complimentary way :)

I am used to non powered steering and changed to hydraulic some time. When I changed to electric (Mitsubishi i-MiEV) I have outgrown all my shirts within a week. I have to actually turn the wheel all by myself until the power steering takes over. Turning slowly and meditatively I can actually steer non powered. Saves energy but I had to switch from shirts to sweaters or go topless.

I'm in process of bingeing all the videos on your channel. Was going to wait to comment until I finished, but I just have to say I enjoy your videos for booth information and humor!

Honestly I love needlessly long silent wrench turning scenes, something very relaxing about that

That pic of the honda is great. The rusted body and led headlights combo is as cool as it can get. I'll use a corolla's powered column on my 80's shitbox soon.

Brilliant and great explanation of rivnuts. I get your point about metric in the US. Must be chuffing annoying all that fraction stuff. Re the wheel a lot of early Miatas were fitted with Nandi wheels. Could be a good option. Splines might even be the same as Prius. Tell send cut send we need them in the UK

Matt the Jaguar did actually have power steering and my late father's go to dad joke for this was always "Armstrong Power Steering" 🤦🏻‍♂️😅 Miss you Dad

A four spoke steering wood rim steering wheel would look more period for that car as with the XK series, the MK 7,8 & 9s had four spoke wheels.

I did this on my 1965 mustang excepts I used the motor from a 2003 Saturn VUE. Works great! I put mine inside the car, but same principle.

11:51 I was so glad to hear you say set screw! I was worried you'd be going down the road and that thing comes loose!! Well done sir!

All hail the algorithm! Loving this build and your commentary. Also congrats on the sponsorship.

Hi from Australia! Love your stuff mate, always a great blend of info and no gratuitous wrench-turning video-lengthening shots. But seriously, awesome work! Now I just need to blow up... uh... I mean... find a wrecked Prius.

Thanks, man. I'm in the process of putting power steering on a 49 Ford Shoebox. Lots of good information here. Keep it up.

Great logical thinking Matt, this project is going to be at another level so congratulations on your hard work and determination..

You should use a flight yoke so your car can be more like Knight Rider! These are great videos. Thanks for sharing this.

Matt, keep it up! These videos are equal parts hilarious and informative. Really enjoy your style.

the very first thing I put on my 1974 BMW 2002 was a Nardi wheel I paid way too much for. I love it so much. Think about this: There's nothing in a car that gets touched more than the steering wheel. Make it great.

That Nardi is always a classy choice for a steering wheel.

You could use a “banjo wheel”. The 30’s 40’s packards had them. The mix of stainless and wood might match up nicely with the jag.

You mean I've got to tell, literally, everyone I know about SuperfastMatt... again?

I am a 71 year old Graduate Mechanical Engineer with 62 years of experience restoring late 60's Ford Muscle cars. I am pretty smart! But damn boy, I ain't seen anything like you......

I never knew that about the Prius steering. Japan really turned a corner after the 50’s.

My Eunos Roadster (MX5) ‘V special’ has that Nardi steering wheel but with black spokes. Absolutely gorgeous. Recommended.

Here in the U.K. and being the owner of a 1952 Jaguar XK120 I am fascinated by what you are doing to this Jaguar Mark V. I am enjoying this and watching your engineering skills really impresses me. But I did hide my eyes in your early videos. :) As to the steering wheel, the present wheel could be stripped to bare metal and then powder coated to match the future body colour. And as to Imperial vee Metric, I hate Metric. As far as I am concerned, Millions of Pounds of thrust, and Thousands of Miles per hour got a man to the moon, and that is good enough for me.

Your normal progression of work and engineering and re-engineering made me anticipate a four-wheel steering Tesla swapped Jag would be seen eventually neutral steering to a Tesla quick charging station. But this is also good. Like 80% as good.

x2 redundancy on safety critical systems isn't really enough - it's fine if one completely fails, but since we're talking about sensors and data transfer there's the possibility of a fault causing mis-matched data. With only 2 systems, there's no way to know which is correct; x3 is a minimum, so the system can always 'know' which is the bad set of data.

The steering wheel cutouts would fit nicely

I may do this one day to a Fiero chassis I rebuilt to electric custom. It really is not hard to steer with manual, but there is a little bit of delay in response, probably from 36 years of wear in the steering rack. If I am going to rebuild the rack anyway may as well upgrade to power steering. I knew people had used MR2 parts to convert to electric power steering, but didn't know about the Prius option. Also, thanks for the SendCutSend LASER cutting info. That could be very useful.

That same Nardi wheel is on my wife's 90 MX5 Miata. Nice project.

I would honestly have just a clear acrylic panel or something to see the wiring of the dash, that was some cool stuff to see.

Im only now watching this and I wanted to add a remark to the steer by wire section. Steering is safety critical for some reason (people don’t seem to enjoy hitting walls, pedestrians or other cars) and given its FMEA classification it’s an ASIL level D system. Depending on how they design and decompose the system components you’ll probably end up with a triple redundant system. Which seems expensive but it means you still no longer need the steering column and if you increase the redundancy you can then use components that have a lower safety level classification (e.g ASIL B instead of D) which are orders of magnitude cheaper to develop and produce. So amusingly increasing the redundancy will actually reduce the complexity and cost of the resulting system

I just found your channel by KZfaq suggestion. I love your work.

The first wheel you showed was my favorite

Nice work! Make sure your steering u-joints are in phase when you get that far.

Great stuff my man. I agree with you on the raceyness(?) of the steering wheel. Thanks for sharing! All hail the algorithm!

Excellent choice for the steering wheel.

Beautiful fitment. Looks like a factory alignment between the booster and the power steering unit. Amazing as always.

I will definitely post this video on my Twitter page, Matt. Everyone who wants to advance the RIGHT TO REPAIR cause needs to become familiar with your brilliant videos.

Fill up the holes in that wheel with indicators or switches. You could keep the dash a lot more stock looking by controlling the modern stuff on the wheel. I.e. put the cruise control switches and maybe a fog light switch, then fill or cover the spoke. Wrap the spoke in leather or plate it with brass, and or fill the holes with indictor lights. Something like glass dome lenses with frosted back and a LED. Just make them glow a little bit. This might work really well with the instrument cluster wiring exposed, kind of a steampunk look.

Good steering wheel choice 👍

Looks like this project is finally "steering" in the right direction.

I use SCS all the time. Love their service. Nice job on the steering 👍

I did this EPAS swap on my subaru after my fancy quick rack started leaking. Can't leak if there isn't any fluid in it! It actually works really well. you'll like it. I used a BRZ column as the motor is bigger and I'm doing autocross with slicks with an awd car.

I had to pause this at 3:20 just now. You said exactly what I was thinking. The moment you mentioned the drive-by wire force feedback, I was thinking about how cool it will be when they're in the junk yards and I can get one for making a racing rig.

Steering wheel: Depends what final look you're after. both are nice. The E-type is nicer !!!!! Sporty yes. It's a Hotrod right ? :) VERY well made video. Humorous too.

That sponsor section was super nice, fits extremely well with your content.

Agreed!! I think a clean spoke style steering wheel will look better.

Great video 👍I like your choice of steering wheel and I learnt the Prius electric steering system is so usable! is