2nd Generation Specific 1986-1992 Discussion

power steering....

Old Jan 24, 2007 | 12:55 AM
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here you go buddy its really easy i had to use a oild drain plug for one of the bolts though
Old Jan 24, 2007 | 12:56 AM
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it wont let me edit heres the link https://www.nopistons.com/forums/index.php?...r+steering+rack
Old Jan 24, 2007 | 10:54 AM
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THANKS!
Old Jan 29, 2007 | 06:58 PM
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ok its pretty easy to do, but whats the benefit? does the steering become any better than just cutting the power steering belt? i know where i can get the manual rack. but isnt that the same as just plugging the lines and removing the pump? i want a better steering feel without the power steering. like on the older S4 rx7s. the power assist steering. can it be converted? bolt up?
Old Jan 30, 2007 | 05:53 AM
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plugging the rack is not the same feel as a manual rack.



if you never drove the 2 then you would not think the plugged rack was that bad, so try that out for now and see how you like it.
Old Jan 30, 2007 | 10:07 AM
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plugging the rack is also dangerous.
Old Jan 30, 2007 | 11:38 AM
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why?^^^
Old Jan 30, 2007 | 02:55 PM
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Basically because a ps rack is in 2 pieces joined by a flexible bit of whatever and when you plug the holes you put pressure on this bit. I have a rack outside, if I have time I'll open it up and take a pic.
Old Jan 30, 2007 | 05:17 PM
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thats why you dont leave it full of fluid.



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Old Jan 31, 2007 | 05:03 AM
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Look instead of talking about it I'll try hard to get those pics next week so people can see.



If you do decide to do it leaving it full of fluid and looping the holes would be better because you're at least putting back some of the pumps pressure. To be honest I've never actually seen or heard of one going, but it's definitely a risk and if you were to ask me there's no way I'd ever drive around in a car with this done.
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