[s-cars] steering rack rebuild

[Igor Kessel]

David Giannandrea wrote:
> I think I will be rebuilding/replacing the steering rack this week. I
> noticed that the top of the transmission is covered with a layer of black
> dirt and the dust covers are shot. I suspect the black dirt on the
> transmission is hydraulic oil and road dirt. 
> 
> So my questions are: 
> 	Is it possible to rebuild a steering rack at home? 

Yes. I have successfully rebuilt the rack on my old 200TQ.

> 	Can I find the rebuild kit?

Yes. It should be listed in the ETKA.

> I don't mind collecting a few more special tools, otherwise it will be sent
> in as a core for a rebuilt unit from the obvious suppliers.

I am afraid that you won't find any off the shelf tools. I had to 
machine my own.

> Any suggestions?

Yes. Buy a rebuilt one unless you are as pedantic as the yours truly, 
don't trust anyone but yourself, have access to a lathe and know how to 
machine metals.


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Igor Kessel
two turbo quattros