[V8] rack&pinion...auto trans

[John Gourley]

I have a question about the rack & pinion.  This may seem like a dumb
question to you V8 guys... it sounds strange to me, but I'm a 5 cyl guy,
haven't been around a V8!

Someone near me has a 1990 V8 for sale, says it needs a rack & pinion, and
goes on to say something about it can't be driven because the rack is
somehow connected to the auto trans. That sounds strange to me, that there
is actually a hydraulic connection between the steering and the tranny.   So
I'm coming to the experts.............you V8 guys...for an answer.

I appreciate it...................trying to decide whether to check out the
car more...or stay with my 5 cylinder quattro's!

thanks much

John Gourley