steering rack 4ksq

[Huw Powell]

James Russell wrote:
> 
> I just took my car, 1984 4ksq, into the dealership for a little inspection,
> and they said that my steering rack is loose, I take it worn and not
> working properly.  Anyway, they said it would cost about a $1000 to get the
> rack and install it.  They quoted the rack to be around $370 or so.
> 
> I am wondering if anyone has replaced one of these racks themselves, and if
> so how difficult was it.  I have access to a lift and tools. I am just
> lacking the experience thing.  If anyone knows how to get a rack for a bit
> cheaper that would be cool. 

Look in the vendor list at audifans.com for Jorgen, racks are $179 (with
core).  I did mine in the coupe in a few hours on a lift.  Awkward nuts
holding the rack to the firewall, very little access, etc, but not a
terrible job.

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Huw Powell

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