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Old 05-09-2009, 11:51 AM
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Hi all

Ive got an xr4i which has power steering, ive done a turbo conversion on the car & dont have room for the power steering pump anymore.

Can any one tell me if i can use my rack as a normal manual rack without the pump without problems?

cheers leon
Old 05-09-2009, 04:42 PM
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Yes you can, but you may find it has play, some racks have play until pressurised, a std sierra 2wd rack fits straight on though, if you wanted a quicker rack, could get a quick rack, as 4i one not that quick.
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Install an electric power steering pump as in modern cars.
Old 06-09-2009, 04:13 PM
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i will try it without the pump connected up & see how the play is, its only a trackday car so dont really need the powering steering & if i can save time by not fitting a new rack then im happy!
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