I'm struggling with steering column mounting also. My frame is pinched with the cross member moved 2" forward, using a vega steering box. I can't seem to clear the block hugger header ( using Hedman Shorty and sbc) without offsetting the steering column to the driver side. I'm trying to avoid using a third u-joint, as all roadsters I've seen don't have them. To say it's tight is an understatment. Any suggestions?