Well said, well said. Believe it or not, I am actually in a very similar boat! I've got a POS Saginaw conversion on Ruftoys that ,just like you I did not have the time or skilz for when someone offered to do it for me...FOR FREE! As expected, I got what I paid for.:rolleyes: I've just been a bit...
There you go! That first pic is worth A THOUSAND WORDS!
The location and mount of the Saginaw box are a serious compromise based on a misguided attempt to keep the end of the steering box outside of the crossmember.
The compromise has cost you in the increased angle of your relay rod to...
Stock steering or Saginaw? If Saginaw, show us a pic of the box mount?
The cracks may only be a symptom of a larger problem, and more pics of the surrounding area could be very helpful in getting better suggestions.
Best
Mark A.