steering types?

[WillyPete]

i've only heard of two steering types, recirculating ball and rack and pinion. i've also heard that rack and pinion is bad for offroad use. can someone clue me in to how these puppies work? thanks

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"Sugar Magnolia" '86 Grand Wagoneer 235/75R15 Wrangler AT/Rs, np229 x-case, bone stock otherwise

[porkchop]

Here is something I got from 4X4 Power Magizine. I hope this helps.
http://www.fortunecity.com/silverstone/fuel/62/id59.htm


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'67/'79 Wagoneer mix
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