2nd Generation Specific 1986-1992 Discussion

Ms Vs. Ps Steering

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Old Aug 28, 2003 | 09:31 PM
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how many turn from lock to lock for manual steering? for power steering?
Old Aug 28, 2003 | 09:33 PM
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ps = 2.7
Old Aug 28, 2003 | 09:41 PM
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i think ms = 3.7
Old Aug 28, 2003 | 09:52 PM
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= ps -> ms = better
Old Aug 29, 2003 | 12:20 AM
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smaller # of turns lock to lock = bigger pinion gear = more torque required to turn the wheel =
Old Aug 29, 2003 | 12:44 AM
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Just do a set of push-ups every morning and you'll be okay.
Old Aug 29, 2003 | 12:59 AM
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Originally Posted by RX7Aggie' date='Aug 29 2003, 12:20 AM
smaller # of turns lock to lock = bigger pinion gear = more torque required to turn the wheel =
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Old Aug 29, 2003 | 07:52 AM
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The only time it really matters is if youre trying to parallel park or something.



At speed, theyre both easy to turn.
Old Aug 29, 2003 | 09:44 AM
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well at speed you can turn a top fuel dragster w/o power steering and with a locked differential.



most of my manuvers are at lower speeds, so i'd like to make this as easy as possible.
Old Aug 29, 2003 | 10:01 AM
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Originally Posted by RX7Aggie' date='Aug 29 2003, 10:44 AM
well at speed you can turn a top fuel dragster w/o power steering and with a locked differential.



most of my manuvers are at lower speeds, so i'd like to make this as easy as possible.
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