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Are these draglink ends replaceable ?
Are they safe enuf to use on a car capable of speeds of 65 or higher ?

The parts in the end of the drag link are replaceable. And, yes, the drag link will work just fine at 65 MPH...that is if you want to actually drive your 1932 that fast.

If you are building a race car or a street rod, I would use a different type of steering system.

well here's the dilema. I just upgraded the front axle to 54 spindles and camaro disc's. So right now I have the steering ready to go and I gotta adapt it to the stock steering box.
(it works so y not use it )
I did cut the old drag link alittle more than 1/2 way out so I can sleeve and weld on the new end to the (axle side).
The car will be ran at 65 cause its getting a V6/Th350 combo.
Id like to keep the steeringbox stock if possible.

I'd like to see these old cars maintained stock for future generations if possible.

by installing a larger wheel/tire combo and modern drive train the tie rod and drag link will be subjected to a much higher load than originally designed. I'd certainly go with the newer style ends over the original type for safety's sake.

Even though essentially the same tie rod ends where used on up to early 50s passenger, 1/2 and 3/4 ton trucks I also would not recommend their use on a high speed vehicle with wider profile tires.