I have seen the pictures of SAMS build. It is a very nice / clean way to do it.
I did the same on a 1211 with the axle from a 1863 or 4 can't remember now. But it raised the front of mine nearly 2 inches. And It has the same problem, about a half turn from lock it gets tight. I believe it is just the way it is going to be. I think it is the combination of the spindle being moved foreword and the angle they are in the casting at. When you get near the full lock position the drag link is almost pulling/pushing straight on the steering arm. This greatly reduces the power/lever advantage. Mine is not as noticeable when it moving and I try turn it.
EDIT, My axle must have been from an 1863 as only the models with power steering had the two hole steering arms.
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Sold everything but one.
1211-snow pusher, cab ,54 inch plow, loaded tires (all 4) Gilson wheel weights, X-trac fronts- soon to have power steering and dual hydraulics
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